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Portrait présumé de Jean-Jacques Lagrenée dit Portrait d'un homme dans un manteau croisé, c1787. Creator: Marguerite Gerard
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Portrait présumé de Jean-Jacques Lagrenée dit Portrait d'un homme dans un manteau croisé, c1787. Creator: Marguerite Gerard
Portrait presume de Jean-Jacques Lagrenee dit Portrait d'un homme dans un manteau croise, c1787
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This portrait, titled "Portrait présumé de Jean-Jacques Lagrenée dit Portrait d'un homme dans un manteau croisé," was created by the renowned French artist Marguerite Gerard around 1787. The painting depicts a man in a brown, crossed coat and a brown waistcoat, seated in a chair with an open book in his lap. The man gazes directly at the viewer with a serious expression, his direct gaze inviting us into his world. The portrait is a fine example of the Rococo era, a period in French art history known for its ornate and decorative style. The man's clothing, with its rich brown hues and intricate details, is typical of the fashion of the time. The desk and chair in the background add to the sense of heritage and history, further emphasizing the importance of learning and intellectual pursuits during this period. Marguerite Gerard was a prolific painter of portraits, and this work is believed to be a portrait of Jean-Jacques Lagrenée, a French artist who was active during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The painting is now part of the collection of the Musée Cognacq-Jay in Paris, one of the city's most esteemed museums, and a testament to the enduring legacy of French art and culture. The man's attire, with its crossed coat and open book, suggests that he was a man of means and education, possibly a man of the arts or a man of letters. The painting invites us to ponder the man's occupation and the nature of his work, adding to the intrigue and allure of this beautiful and historic work of art.
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