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Portrait presumed to be Auguste Louis de Talleyrand (1770-1832) c. 1792 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait presumed to be Auguste Louis de Talleyrand (1770-1832) c. 1792 (oil on canvas)
XIR232627 Portrait presumed to be Auguste Louis de Talleyrand (1770-1832) c.1792 (oil on canvas) by Greuze, Jean Baptiste (1725-1805); 144x112 cm; Musee de l Hotel Sandelin, Saint-Omer, France; (add.info.: Portrait presumed Auguste Louis de Talleyrand; Portrait de M. de Talleyrand jeune (titre ancien); Portrait de Saint-Just (titre ancien); previously presumed to be portrait of the young M de Talleyrand; previously presumed to be a portrait of Saint-Just); French, out of copyright
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This portrait, presumed to be Auguste Louis de Talleyrand, transports us back to the late 18th century. Painted around 1792 by Jean Baptiste Greuze, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 144x112 cm and is housed in the Musee de l Hotel Sandelin in Saint-Omer, France. The subject of the painting is a young man seated with an air of confidence and intelligence. He gazes directly at the viewer with piercing eyes that seem to hold countless untold stories. In his hands rests a book, perhaps symbolizing his intellectual pursuits or scholarly nature. The setting of the portrait adds another layer of intrigue. The interior features a sculpture in the background, hinting at the subject's appreciation for art and culture. The warm lighting casts gentle shadows across his face, enhancing his youthful features and adding depth to the composition. Interestingly enough, this portrait has had its fair share of confusion regarding its identity over time. Initially believed to depict a young M de Talleyrand or even Saint-Just, it now remains as "Portrait presumed Auguste Louis de Talleyrand". Regardless of its true subject matter, this artwork continues to captivate viewers with its exquisite execution and enigmatic allure. As we admire this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder by www. bridgemanimages. com. , we are reminded once again of how art has the power to transcend time and connect us with individuals who lived centuries ago.
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