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A Painter, 1855 (oil on mahogany)
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A Painter, 1855 (oil on mahogany)
499980 A Painter, 1855 (oil on mahogany)
by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 39x33.5 (framed) 27x21.1 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Meissonier often depicted artists and musicians of the 1600s and 1700s engaged in their work. This artist is busy painting a small canvas depicting a nymph and satyr. The artists 18th-century costume--nearly 100 years out of date at the time of the paintings creation--transforms the scene into a charming historical fiction. Meissonier exhibited the painting at the Paris Salon of 1857.
); Gift of Mrs. Noah L. Butkin; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23180078
© Gift of Mrs. Noah L. Butkin / Bridgeman Images
Artists Studio Brush Concentration Easel Meissonier Jean Louis Ernest 1815 91 Paintbrush Paints Palette Stool
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This print showcases the painting "A Painter, 1855" by Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier. The artist, known for his depictions of artists and musicians from previous centuries, transports us back to the 1600s and 1700s with this charming historical fiction. In this scene, a male painter is fully engrossed in his work. Seated on a stool in his artist's studio, he concentrates intently as he delicately applies brushstrokes to a small canvas depicting a nymph and satyr. Every detail of the painter's 18th-century costume adds authenticity to the setting, even though it was nearly a century outdated at the time of Meissonier's creation. Meissonier exhibited this masterpiece at the prestigious Paris Salon in 1857, showcasing his exceptional talent and attention to historical accuracy. The painting now resides in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. This print captures not only Meissonier's artistic prowess but also provides insight into an artist's world during that era. It serves as a reminder of how art can transport us through time and immerse us in different periods of history. Gifted by Mrs. Noah L. Butkin to the museum, this piece continues to inspire viewers with its timeless beauty and meticulous craftsmanship.
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