Artwork
Portrait of Charles Alexandre de Montgon
Portrait of Charles Alexandre de Montgon is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Pieter, Tanjé. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.
About this work
You can learn more about the artist who made this, Tanjé, Pieter, (1701-1761).
This painting shows a man, Charles Alexandre de Montgon, in a formal pose.
He's wearing fancy clothes and has a calm face.
The artist copied this from another painting by Huber, which is an interesting fact about this work - it's not an original idea, but rather an interpretation of someone else's art, and this tells us about the artistic practices of the time.
You can learn more about the artist who made this, Tanjé, Pieter, (1701-1761).
Overview
Portrait of Charles Alexandre de Montgon is a painted representation of a dignified gentleman in formal attire, characterized by a serene facial expression.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Charles Alexandre de Montgon, is depicted in a formal pose, conveying an air of dignity and composure, typical of portraiture from the era.
Technique & Style
Executed by Pieter Tanjé after a work by Huber, this painting reflects common artistic practices of the time, where reproducing or interpreting existing artworks was a prevalent technique.
History & Provenance
Created by Pieter Tanjé (1701-1761), the painting's origins trace back to an original by Huber, though specific details about its creation or ownership history are not provided.
