Jean-Antoine Roucher Waiting for His Transit from Sainte-Pélagie to Saint-Lazare

The painting "Jean-Antoine Roucher Waiting for His Transit from Sainte-Pélagie to Saint-Lazare" by Hubert Robert is a somber depiction of the poet Jean-Antoine Roucher in his prison cell. The artwork_date is null and the artwork size is not provided in the metadata. The painting is currently held in the collection of the Musée Carnavalet in Paris.

The scene is dimly lit, emphasizing the cramped and dreary nature of the cell. Roucher stands in the center, dressed in a dark coat and breeches, his back to the viewer. He gazes towards the barred window, which allows a sliver of light into the otherwise gloomy space. His posture suggests a mixture of resignation and anticipation.

The cell itself is sparsely furnished, with a narrow bed, a simple wooden chair, and a small writing desk. A cloak hangs on the wall, and a few personal items are scattered about, hinting at the life Roucher has been forced to leave behind. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet despair, capturing the emotional weight of imprisonment and the uncertainty of Roucher's fate.