Artwork
Portrait of a man on ivory
Portrait of a man on ivory is an ivory painting by the Rococo painting artist Edme Quenedey des Ricets. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This small, round portrait on ivory depicts a man with a calm expression.
About this work
Overview
This small, round portrait on ivory depicts a man with a calm expression. Created in 1794, it showcases the artist's skill in capturing detailed features on a delicate medium.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a man with graying hair, wearing formal attire, including a dark coat and white shirt with a neatly tied cravat. His slight smile suggests a serene and possibly affluent individual.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed on ivory, a rare and expensive material, indicating a high level of craftsmanship and likely a special commission. The artist, Edmé Quenedey des Ricets, worked in the Rococo style and was known for his miniature paintings.
History & Provenance
Edmé Quenedey des Ricets, a French painter and engraver, created this portrait in 1794. He had trained in Dijon and collaborated with Gilles-Louis Chrétien on portrait methods. The portrait is now held in the Rijksmuseum collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edmé Quenedey des Ricets (sometimes Edmé Quenedey; December 17, 1756 – February 16, 1830) was a French painter and engraver, known most especially for his miniatures.
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