1807 1876 Collection

Path Near the Pond of Vipers, Fontainebleau Forest, c. 1860s

Landscape, c. 1860. Creator: Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (French, 1807-1876)
Landscape, c. 1860. This is a rare watercolour by Narcisse Diaz, who worked primarily in oil. The view is likely from the forest of Fontainebleau, near the village of Barbizon

Matra Reinhard, 1868. Creator: Jacques-Philippe Potteau (French, 1807-1876)
Matra Reinhard, 1868. These striking portraits of working-class girls were made as ethnographic or artistic studies of types

The Bathers, after 1847. Creator: Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (French, 1807-1876), imitator of
The Bathers, after 1847

Beaute. Creator: Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (French, 1807-1876)
Beaute

Three Little Girls c. 1870 Narcisse Virgile Diaz de la PeAna
Three Little Girls, c. 1870, Narcisse Virgile Diaz de la Pena, French, 1807-1876, France, Oil on panel, 39.4 × 26.7 cm (15 1/2 × 10 1/2 in.)

Johan Way Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876 Princess
Johan Way, Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, Princess of Leuchtenberg, Queen of Sweden and Norway, painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, Watercolor on ivory, Height, 2.5 cm (0.9 inch), Width

Bertha Valerius Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876
Bertha Valerius, Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, queen, married to Oskar I, painting, portrait, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, 1877, Oil, After photo, Height, 100 cm (39.3 inches), Width

Friedrich DAOErck Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876
After Friedrich Durck, Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, Queen, married to Oscar I, painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, Oil, Height, 89 cm (35 inches), Width, 74 cm (29.1, inches)

Fredric Westin Queen Josefina King Charles XV
Fredric Westin, Queen Josefina and King Charles XV, Josefina Maximiliana Eugenia Napoleana, 1807-1876, Queen of Sweden, with son Karl (XV), painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, 1826, oil on canvas

Fredric Westin Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876
Fredric Westin, Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, Oil on canvas, sketch, Height, 49.5 cm (19.4 inches), Width, 41 cm (16.1 inches)

Pehr Lindhberg Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876
Pehr Lindhberg, Queen Josefina, The Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, Queen, married to King Oskar I, painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, 1833, Pastel, Height, 53 cm (20.8 inches), Width

Sophie Adlersparre Queen Josefina Josefina 1807-1876
Sophie Adlersparre, Queen Josefina, Josefina, 1807-1876, Queen of Sweden and Norway Princess of Leuchtenberg, painting, Josephine of Leuchtenberg, 1841, oil on canvas, Height, 71 cm (27.9 inches)

Landscape 1860 Narcisse Diaz de la Pena
Landscape, c. 1860. Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (French, 1807-1876). Watercolor and gouache with pen and brown ink and graphite; sheet: 15 x 22.8 cm (5 7/8 x 9 in.)

Beaute Narcisse Diaz de la Pena French
Beaute. Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (French, 1807-1876). Lithograph

The Pyrenees, the Peak of the Midi de Bigorre, 1871-1872. Creator: Narcisse Diaz de la Pena
The Pyrenees, the Peak of the Midi de Bigorre, 1871-1872

Lycogala epidendrum, Wolfs Milk
Watercolour on paper, c.1838 by Anna Russell (nee Worsley) (1807-1876). Held in the Library and Archives Date: circa 1838

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"Exploring the Artistic Journey of Narcisse Diaz de la Pena (1807-1876)" Step into the enchanting Fontainebleau Forest and discover a path near the Pond of Vipers, captured beautifully by Narcisse Diaz de la Pena. This French artist, born in 1807, left an indelible mark on the art world with his stunning landscapes and captivating imitations. One such landscape from around 1860 transports us to a serene setting, where nature's beauty unfolds before our eyes. Diaz de la Pena's brushstrokes bring life to every tree and flower, immersing us in a moment frozen in time. Intriguingly, he was not alone in his artistic endeavors during this era. Jacques-Philippe Potteau also thrived as an artist between 1807 and 1876. His masterpiece "Matra Reinhard" showcases his talent for capturing emotion through portraiture. Returning to Diaz de la Pena's work, we encounter "The Bathers, " created after 1847. Here we witness his ability to evoke sensuality and allure through delicate strokes of paint, and is evident that he was a true master at depicting human form amidst natural surroundings. Diaz de la Pena's fascination with beauty extended beyond humans; it encompassed all aspects of nature. His piece titled "Beaute" celebrates the elegance found within flora and fauna alike – a testament to his keen eye for detail. Speaking of nature's wonders, let us delve into Lycogala epidendrum or Wolf's Milk – an intriguing organism that captivated many artists during this period. Its vibrant colors and unique texture served as inspiration for countless works of art. Venturing further into Diaz de la Pena's portfolio reveals breathtaking views from The Pyrenees' Peak of Midi de Bigorre (1871-1872).