Carle Van Collection

Portrait of Franklin, after Vanloo, ca. 1795. Creator: Pierre Michel Alix
Portrait of Franklin, after Vanloo, ca. 1795

An "Academie": Man Pulling a Cord, 1742-43. Creator: Carle van Loo
An " Academie" : Man Pulling a Cord, 1742-43

An "Academie": One Man Lifting the Legs of Another Man, 1742-43
An " Academie" : One Man Lifting the Legs of Another Man, 1742-43

An "Academie": Striding Man Leaning on a Plank, 1742-43
An " Academie" : Striding Man Leaning on a Plank, 1742-43

An "Academie": Standing Man, 1742-43. Creator: Carle van Loo
An " Academie" : Standing Man, 1742-43

An "Academie": Sitting Man, 1742-43. Creator: Carle van Loo
An " Academie" : Sitting Man, 1742-43

Halt of the Hunt, ca. 1737. Creator: Carle van Loo
Halt of the Hunt, ca. 1737

David took a harp and played with his hand, mid 19th century. Creator: William Holl
David took a harp and played with his hand, mid 19th century. Biblical scene, from 1 Samuel 16: 23: And it came to pass, when the evil spirit from God was upon Saul, that David took an harp

Carle or Charles-Andre van Loo, French subject painter, (1825). Artist: John Corner
Carle or Charles-Andre van Loo, French subject painter, (1825). An engraving of van Loo (1705-1765) from John Corners Portraits of Celebrated Painters, (London, 1825)

Dianas Rest on the Hunt, 17th century. Artist: Carle van Loo
Dianas Rest on the Hunt, 17th century. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Self-portrait, 1762. Artist: Carle van Loo
Self-portrait, 1762. Carle van Loo (1705-1765) was a French painter of Dutch descent. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. Artist: Carle van Loo
Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. The hero Perseus rescuing Andromeda from the sea monster. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

The Spanish Concert, 1754. Artist: Carle van Loo
The Spanish Concert, 1754. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Portrait of Empress Elisabeth Petrovna, 1760. Artist: Carle van Loo
Portrait of Empress Elisabeth Petrovna, 1760. The second daughter of Peter the Great and Catherine I, Elizabeth of Russia (1709-1762) became empress in 1741 when she overthrew the infant Ivan VI

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Carle van Loo, a renowned French subject painter of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite works. One such masterpiece is "Portrait of Franklin, " a captivating piece that was created around 1795 by Pierre Michel Alix. This portrait captures the essence and wisdom of Benjamin Franklin, showcasing his remarkable presence. In addition to this iconic portrait, Carle van Loo's talent shines through in his series titled "Academie. " These artworks from 1742-43 depict various scenes, including a man pulling a cord and another lifting the legs of someone else. Each painting showcases Van Loo's meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture human movement in its purest form. One notable piece from this series is "Halt of the Hunt" from approximately 1737. In this artwork, Van Loo transports us into a thrilling hunting scene where riders pause amidst their pursuit. The dynamic composition and vibrant colors bring life to this exhilarating moment. Van Loo's versatility as an artist extends beyond these action-packed scenes. He also delves into more serene subjects like music and mythology. For instance, his painting "David took a harp and played with his hand" depicts biblical figure David playing soothing melodies on his harp during the mid-19th century. Another fascinating aspect Loo's career is evident in John Corner's artistic portrayal of him in 1825. This image provides insight into Van Loo himself—a dedicated artist who contributed significantly to French art history. Among Van Loo's most celebrated works are mythological pieces like "Jupiter and Antiope. " Created around 1753, it portrays Jupiter seducing Antiope while surrounded by other mythical figures—an enchanting depiction that showcases Van Loo's mastery over narrative storytelling. "Diana’s Rest on the Hunt, " dating back to the 17th century, is another captivating artwork by Van Loo.