Who painted Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835)?

Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835) was painted by Horace Vernet.

Where can I see Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835)?

Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835) is held by Nationalmuseum.

What movement is Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835)?

Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835)

Horace Vernet

Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers (1757-1835) is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Horace Vernet. It is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

This oil-on-canvas portrait, painted by Horace Vernet in 1900, is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection. It depicts Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers, with dark, curly hair and a serious expression, conveying quiet dignity and refinement. His attire, including a black coat, white cravat, and blue waistcoat, is rendered in detail.

Technique & Style

Vernet, known for battle scenes, portraits, and Orientalist works, employed a style reminiscent of Impressionism in this portrait. The muted brown background focuses attention on the subject's face and clothing.

History & Provenance

The sitter, Charles Bernard, baron de Ballainvilliers, was a figure from the late-eighteenth and early-nineteenth centuries, while the portrait was painted in 1900.

Artist & collection

Artist

Horace Vernet

Émile Jean-Horace Vernet (French pronunciation: ; 30 June 1789 – 17 January 1863), better known as Horace Vernet, was a French painter of battles, portraits, and Orientalist subjects.