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Diana, 1902 (oil on panel)
2956829 Diana, 1902 (oil on panel) by Lefebvre, Jules Joseph (1836-1911); 27.3x17.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lefebvre was the son of a baker, but showed early promise and was sent to the Ecole des Beaux Arts at the age of sixteen. He debuted at the Paris Salon in 1855, and then went on to win the coveted Prix de Rome in 1860, which awarded him a five year scholarship and international recognition. He focused almost entirely on female portraiture and nudes, and mastered them completely, spurring a reviewer of the Salon in 1881 to remark, Jules Lefebvre, better than anyone else caresses, with a brush both delicate and sure, the undulating contour of the feminine form.
This painting is a study for a larger oil, Diana Chasseresse, [c. 1879] which was in the collection of Thomas Buechner, the former director of the Brooklyn Museum. In it, Dianas fiery locks have been toned to a strawberry blonde, set against a backdrop of inky night, rather than the ethereal clouds in our picture.); Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23444768
© The Maas Gallery, London / Bridgeman Images
Diana Ginger Hair Huntress Red Hair
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Diana, 1902
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is a captivating oil painting by Jules Joseph Lefebvre that showcases his exceptional talent in capturing the beauty of the female form. In this intimate portrait, Diana, the Roman goddess of hunting and the moon, is depicted with grace and elegance. The artist's delicate brushwork caresses every undulating contour of her body, showcasing Lefebvre's mastery in portraying female portraiture and nudes. This particular artwork serves as a study for a larger oil painting titled "Diana Chasseresse" created around 1879. While the original piece featured Diana with fiery locks against an ethereal cloud backdrop, this print presents her with toned-down strawberry blonde hair set against an inky night sky. The smaller size of this panel allows viewers to appreciate Lefebvre's attention to detail even more closely. Jules Joseph Lefebvre was a highly acclaimed French painter who gained international recognition after winning the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1860. Despite being born into humble beginnings as the son of a baker, he displayed immense artistic promise from an early age. Throughout his career, Lefebvre focused predominantly on female subjects and became renowned for his ability to capture their allure. This exquisite print from Fine Art Finder offers art enthusiasts an opportunity to own a piece inspired by one of Jules Joseph Lefebvre's most celebrated works. With its timeless beauty and meticulous craftsmanship, "Diana, 1902" continues to captivate audiences today.
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