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Portrait du docteur François Quesnay (1694-1774), médecin et économiste, after 1743. Creator: Ecole Francaise
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Portrait du docteur François Quesnay (1694-1774), médecin et économiste, after 1743. Creator: Ecole Francaise
Portrait du docteur Francois Quesnay (1694-1774), medecin et economiste, After 1743
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This striking portrait depicts Doctor François Quesnay (1694-1774), a renowned French physician and economist of the 18th century. The artwork, created by the Ecole Francaise after 1743, captures Quesnay in a thoughtful and contemplative pose, seated in a high-backed chair with a book in his lap. The richly colored oil painting, housed at the Carnavalet Museum in Paris, showcases the doctor's distinguished appearance with his powdered wig and formal attire. Quesnay was a leading figure of the French Enlightenment and is best known for his economic theories, which he developed as the founder of the Physiocratic School. His ideas, which emphasized the importance of agriculture and the productivity of the land, challenged the prevailing mercantilist economic theories of the time. The portrait reflects the doctor's dual roles as a physician and economist, with the book in his lap symbolizing his intellectual pursuits in the field of economics. The painting's intricate details, from the textured fabric of the chair to the subtle shading of Quesnay's face, demonstrate the skill and artistry of the Ecole Francaise. This portrait of Doctor François Quesnay offers a glimpse into the life of a pivotal figure in French history, whose contributions to medicine and economics continue to influence our understanding of both fields to this day. The painting's enduring beauty and historical significance make it a prized possession of the Carnavalet Museum and a must-see for anyone interested in the art, literature, and history of 18th-century France.
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