Artwork
The Lawyer Armand-Désiré Auger
The Lawyer Armand-Désiré Auger is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Pieter Van Havermaet. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
About this work
Overview
The Lawyer Armand-Désiré Auger is an oil painting created by Pieter Van Havermaet in 1893. It is a portrait of a man in a formal setting, characterized by a serious and professional atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted seated, wearing formal attire with a red pin on his lapel, suggesting a possible affiliation or distinction. His clasped hands convey a sense of contemplation or introspection.
Technique & Style
The painting is executed in an Impressionist style, capturing the subject's likeness with attention to detail and texture. The use of oil paint allows for rich, nuanced color, evident in the subject's attire and the surrounding environment.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, indicating its significance within the artistic heritage of the region. Pieter Van Havermaet, the artist, was active primarily in Antwerp and also worked in London, painting notable figures.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pieter Van Havermaet or Petrus Van Havermaet, known in his time as P. Van Havermaet (Sint-Niklaas, 16 January 1834 - Antwerp, 8 May 1897) was a Belgian draughtsman, painter and art educator. He is mainly known for his…
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