Artwork
Louis-Rene de Caradeuc de la Chalotais
Louis-Rene de Caradeuc de la Chalotais is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Pierre Etienne Moitte. It dates from 1764 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Pierre Etienne Moitte's 1764 engraving over etching on laid paper, Louis-Rene de Caradeuc de la Chalotais, portrays a man's likeness in a circular format, adorned with a ribbon at the top and accompanied by a plaque with inscribed text below.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Louis-Rene de Caradeuc de la Chalotais, is depicted with curly hair and formal attire, gazing to the right against a dark background, suggesting a portrait of dignity and seriousness, likely intended to honor or commemorate the individual.
Technique & Style
Executed in engraving over etching, the work showcases Moitte's skill in combining techniques to achieve detailed, high-contrast imagery, evident in the intricate rendering of the subject's features, clothing, and the decorative elements.
History & Provenance
Created in 1764 by Pierre Etienne Moitte, specific details about the work's ownership history and exhibitions are not provided, highlighting the need for further research into its provenance.
Context
Understanding the artwork's context requires reference to Moitte's broader oeuvre, as suggested, to appreciate its place within 18th-century engraving practices and potentially, the social significance of portraying figures like de la Chalotais.
Artist & collection
