Artwork

Portrait du poète Jean-Baptiste Rousseau

Portrait du poète Jean-Baptiste Rousseau, by Nicolas de Largillière, oil, 1710
Portrait du poète Jean-Baptiste Rousseau, by Nicolas de Largillière, oil, 1710

Portrait du poète Jean-Baptiste Rousseau is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Nicolas de Largillière. It dates from 1710 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.

About this work

If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Nicolas de Largillière.

The painting depicts a woman in a dark-colored dress and hat, with a lace collar and cuffs. The background is dark, and the woman's face is illuminated by a light source.

The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it was created in the early 18th century. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting.

If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Nicolas de Largillière.

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1710, is the work of Nicolas de Largillière, a French artist who later became director of the Académie de Peinture et de Sculpture. The portrait is now held in the Uffizi Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The painting is titled 'Portrait du poète Jean-Baptiste Rousseau', but it depicts a woman in dark attire with lace trim, not the poet. The subject's identity is unclear, as the title and image do not match.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth. The style is characteristic of the early 18th century, with the subject's formal attire and the use of oil paint contributing to its rococo aesthetic.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Nicolas de Largillière

Artist

Nicolas de Largillière

Nicolas de Largillière (French: ; baptised 10 October 1656 – 20 March 1746) was a French painter and draughtsman. From 1733 until 1735, he was director of the Académie de Peinture et de Sculpture.

Uffizi Gallery

Museum

Uffizi Gallery

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