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Poster Print : Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber, 1742 (pastel)
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Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber, 1742 (pastel)
XIR365028 Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber, 1742 (pastel) by Tour, Maurice Quentin de la (1704-88); Musee d Art et d Histoire, Geneva, Switzerland; (add.info.: portrait of Jean-Jacques Huber (1699-1747) reading a volume of Montaigne; close friend of the artist, who was Hubers heir; Huber family were a well known intellectual family from Geneva; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12866675
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring timeless elegance to your walls with our exquisite range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This beautiful piece showcases "Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber, 1742 (pastel)" by Maurice Quentin de la Tour. Captured from the esteemed collection at Musee d Art et d Histoire in Geneva, this pastel artwork beautifully portrays Abbe Huber in a formal setting. Our high-quality poster prints faithfully reproduce the original's vibrant colors and intricate details, allowing you to bring a touch of fine art into your home or office. Experience the sophistication of this 18th-century masterpiece with our premium poster prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.4cm x 42cm (20.6" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This pastel print depicts Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber, a prominent figure in 18th-century Geneva. Painted by Maurice Quentin de la Tour in 1742, the artwork showcases the close friendship between the artist and Huber, who was also his heir. In this portrait, we see Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber engrossed in reading a volume of Montaigne's works. His face is adorned with a warm smile that reflects both his intellectual curiosity and contentment. The soft glow of candlelight illuminates the scene, casting gentle shadows on the pages of the book. Huber belonged to an esteemed family known for their intellectual pursuits in Geneva. As a cleric and diplomat, he was deeply involved in matters of faith and international affairs. This image captures not only his scholarly nature but also hints at his role as a man of influence and importance. The attention to detail in this piece is remarkable; from the intricate folds of Huber's robe to the delicate rendering of each candlestick, every element adds depth to this intimate portrayal. Now housed at Musee d'Art et d'Histoire in Geneva, Switzerland, this exquisite artwork offers us a glimpse into both personal connections and historical significance. It serves as a testament to Maurice Quentin de la Tour's skill as an artist while immortalizing Abbe Jean-Jacques Huber as an influential figure during his time.
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