Who painted Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter?

Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter was painted by Antoine Pesne in 1745.

Where can I see Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter?

Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter?

Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter

Antoine Pesne , 1745

Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter is a paint painting by the Rococo painting artist Antoine Pesne. It dates from 1745 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Antoine Pesne's 1745 painting, 'Marie de Rège, the artist's daughter', is a portrait held at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Marie de Rège, dressed formally in a blue dress and white headscarf, accompanied by a dark brown dog. Both subject and dog engage the viewer directly, their neutral expressions inviting contemplation.

Technique & Style

Pesne employs chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume, contrasting the subjects with a dark background to emphasize their features.