Artwork

Fleury Richard

Fleury Richard, by Jean-Marie Jacomin, oil, 1852
Fleury Richard, by Jean-Marie Jacomin, oil, 1852

Fleury Richard is an oil painting by the French Romanticist artist Jean-Marie Jacomin. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.

About this work

Overview

Fleury Richard is a portrait painted in oil by Jean-Marie Jacomin in 1852, depicting François Fleury-Richard. The work is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, François Fleury-Richard, is portrayed in formal attire, conveying a sense of solemnity. His downward gaze and furrowed eyebrows suggest a state of quiet contemplation or introspection, drawing the viewer's focus to his expressive face.

Technique & Style

The painting features a dark, indistinct background that contrasts with the detailed, central focus on the subject's face. This compositional choice, along with the subdued color palette, contributes to an overall somber atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Created in 1852 by Jacomin, the portrait has been acquired by the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, where it remains on display as part of the museum's holdings.

Artist & collection