Artwork
René de Batarnay, Comte du Bouchage
René de Batarnay, Comte du Bouchage is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Corneille de Lyon. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created around 1550 by Corneille de Lyon, is a portrait of René de Batarnay, Comte du Bouchage. It is now held at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted with a serious expression, gazing directly at the viewer. His attire, including a black hat adorned with a feather and a black coat, conveys a sense of dignity and solemnity.
Technique & Style
The portrait features a muted green background, against which the subject's black and white clothing is set off. The artist's use of oil paint captures the textures of the subject's garments and the detail of his red beard and mustache.
Artist & collection
Artist
Corneille de Lyon was a Dutch painter of portraits who was active in Lyon, France, from 1533 until his death. In France and the Netherlands he is also still known as Corneille de La Haye after his birthplace, The Hague.
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