Artwork

M. Berthon

M. Berthon, by Carolus-Duran, oil, 1870
M. Berthon, by Carolus-Duran, oil, 1870

M. Berthon is an oil painting by the Realist artist Carolus-Duran. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum. M.

About this work

Overview

M. Berthon is an oil painting created by Carolus-Duran in 1870, currently held at the Ashmolean Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a bearded man with dark hair, gazing directly ahead with an air of calmness. His dark jacket is rendered in detail, suggesting the artist's attention to the subject's attire.

Technique & Style

Carolus-Duran's use of oil paint achieves a sense of depth and texture, lending a lifelike quality to the portrait. The muted, earthy background tone provides a subdued contrast to the subject's dark clothing.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Carolus-Duran

Artist

Carolus-Duran

Carolus-Duran (1887–1887) was an artist.

Ashmolean Museum

Museum

Ashmolean Museum

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