The Last Pleasures Of The Sybarite

French school from the second half of the 18th century, Original genre scene representing the last pleasures of the Sybarite. While he finishes tasting the pleasures of his snack without seeing the sword of Damocles suspended above his head, a devil who has arrived surreptitiously behind his back prepares to pass to the carefree and solitary enjoyer, who is already surrounded at his feet by the embers of hell, a long metal chain. Note an accident on the canvas at the table (see photo). Original theme rarely treated. wooden frame and gilded stucco (accidents) Frame height 40 cm width 47 cm