Jacques-Louis David, French
In 18th Century France, Wealthy Households Employed a “Flautiste de Garde” — or Watchflautist — Who Issued a Shrill Warning Flourish at the First Sign of an Intruder, ca. 1792
Oil on canvas
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/// Famous Flutist François Devienne,
as musician was rated a “ten.”
He had practiced to know
embouchure, (he could blow),
and his fingering outstripped most men.
/// François’ portrait was done by David.
As great artists, these men would succeed
due to talent and skill.
And they’re both famous still,
despite working without smoking weed.