Jean Baptiste Siméon 1699 1779 Collection

The House of Cards, c. 1736. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
The House of Cards, c. 1736. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Self-Portrait with an Eyeshade, 1775. Creator: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Self-Portrait with an Eyeshade, 1775. Found in the Collection of Muse e du Louvre, Paris

Self-portrait with spectacles, 1773. Found in the Collection of Muse e des Beaux Arts, Orle ans

Boy with a Top (A Child with a Teetotum), 1738. Found in the Collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

Still Life With Cat and Rayfish. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Still Life With Cat and Rayfish. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

Still Life With Cat and Fish. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Still Life With Cat and Fish. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

A Bowl of Olives. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
A Bowl of Olives. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Fruit Basket with Grapes, a Silver Goblet and a Bottle, Peaches, Plums, and a Pear. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Basket of Peaches. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Basket of Peaches. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Pears, Walnuts and Glass of Wine. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Pears, Walnuts and Glass of Wine. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Melons, pears, peaches and plums, or The cut melon. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Melons, pears, peaches and plums, or The cut melon. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Still Life with a Basket of Peaches, White and Black Grapes, Cooler and Wineglass. Found in the collection of Musee des beaux-arts, Rennes

The Officers Mess or The Remains of a Lunch. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
The Officers Mess or The Remains of a Lunch. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

La brioche. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
La brioche. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Jar of Apricots, 1758. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Jar of Apricots, 1758. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of Ontario

Grapes and pomegranates. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Grapes and pomegranates. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Domestic Pleasures. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Still Life with Partridge and Pear, 1748. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
Still Life with Partridge and Pear, 1748. Found in the collection of the Stadtische Galerie im Stadelschen Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt am Main

The House of Cards, 1735. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
The House of Cards, 1735. From a private collection

La Fontaine (The Water Cistern), 1733. Artist: Chardin, Jean-Baptiste Simeon (1699-1779)
La Fontaine (The Water Cistern), 1733. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

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Jean-Baptiste Siméon (1699-1779) was a renowned French artist known for his exquisite still life paintings and self-portraits. His works, such as "The House of Cards" and "Boy with a Top, " showcase his exceptional attention to detail and mastery of capturing everyday objects in a realistic manner. In his self-portraits, like "Self-Portrait with an Eyeshade" and "Self-portrait with spectacles, " Chardin reveals glimpses of his introspective nature and contemplative spirit. These intimate portrayals offer us a glimpse into the artist's world, inviting us to ponder upon the emotions hidden behind those watchful eyes. Chardin's still life compositions are nothing short of breathtaking. From "Still Life With Cat and Rayfish" to "Fruit Basket with Grapes, " he skillfully arranges various elements, creating harmonious arrangements that captivate viewers' senses. The vibrant colors, textures, and playfulness in these pieces bring ordinary objects to life. One cannot help but be drawn into Chardin's world when observing his meticulous depictions of food items like olives, peaches, pears, walnuts, melons - all presented in mouthwatering splendor. In artworks such as "A Bowl of Olives" or "Basket of Peaches, " he elevates simple fruits into subjects worthy of admiration. Chardin's ability to infuse beauty into the mundane is truly remarkable. Whether it is through capturing light reflecting off glassware or portraying the delicate skin on a piece of fruit – each stroke seems purposeful; every brushstroke tells its own story. As we explore Jean-Baptiste Siméon's body of work spanning decades, we witness an artist who dedicated himself to perfecting his craft while offering us glimpses into moments frozen in time. Through his artistry and keen eye for detail, Chardin invites us to appreciate the beauty in the everyday and find joy in the simplest of things.