Artwork
Prosper Jolyot de Crebillon
Prosper Jolyot de Crebillon is an ink print by the Baroque artist Augustin de Saint-Aubin. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1772 print on laid paper is a portrait of the French writer Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon, created by Augustin de Saint-Aubin using engraving over etching techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Crébillon in profile, wearing a loose-fitting shirt and set against a dark background within an oval frame. An inscription at the bottom confirms his identity.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Saint-Aubin's skill with fine lines and textures, characteristic of mid-to-late 18th-century French printmaking and portraiture traditions.
History & Provenance
Created in 1772 by a member of a notable French family of artists, this work reflects the artistic practices of its time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Augustin de Saint-Aubin sometimes styled Auguste de Saint-Aubin (3 January 1736 – 9 November 1807), belongs to an important dynasty of French designers and engravers.
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