Who painted Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso)?

Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso) was painted by Rogier van der Weyden in 1462.

Where can I see Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso)?

Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso) is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

What movement is Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso)?

Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso) is associated with Northern Renaissance.

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Museum-quality prints of Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso)

Rogier van der Weyden , 1462

Portrait of Jean Gros (recto); Coat of Arms of Jean Gros (verso) is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Rogier van der Weyden. It dates from 1462 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. This oil on panel painting is a portrait of Jean Gros, a high-ranking administrator, with his coat of arms on the reverse.

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Overview

This oil on panel painting is a portrait of Jean Gros, a high-ranking administrator, with his coat of arms on the reverse. It was once part of a portable diptych, a folding panel with a complementary image.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Gros at the beginning of his successful career, during which he accumulated wealth and influence. The diptych's design, with Gros's prayerful gaze directed at an accompanying image, suggests a devotional context and records the donor's likeness.

Technique & Style

Rogier van der Weyden's style is characterized by a plain, dark background that highlights the sitter's features and expressive gestures. The half-length figure is presented in a straightforward, realistic manner, emphasizing Gros's personality and status.

History & Provenance

The diptych was likely modeled after earlier examples made for royalty, which Van der Weyden adapted for high-ranking patrons at the Burgundian court. Gros's commission reflects his ambition and connections to the ducal circle.

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Artist

Rogier van der Weyden

Rogier van der Weyden (Dutch: ; 1399 or 1400 – 18 June 1464), initially known as Roger de la Pasture (French: ), was an early Netherlandish painter whose surviving works consist mainly of religious triptychs,…