Delatour Collection

Portrait of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, 1777. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
Portrait of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, 1777. After Maurice Quentin de La Tour

Jean Charles Garnier d Isle (1697-1755), ca. 1750. Creator: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Jean Charles Garnier d Isle (1697-1755), ca. 1750

Madame Masse, c1750s, (1908). Creator: Unknown
Madame Masse, c1750s, (1908). Portrait of Marie-Catherine Masse, nee Dufloquet de Reals (1724-1793). Photogravure after a pastel by Maurice-Quentin de La Tour

Portrait of Mademoiselle Salle, c1750s, 1908. Creator: J Chauvet
Portrait of Mademoiselle Salle, c1750s, 1908. Marie Salle (1707-1756) was a French dancer and choreographer, and made her first public performance at Lincolns Inn Fields Theatre in London in 1716

Marguerite Lecomte, 1753, (1908). Creator: Unknown
Marguerite Lecomte, 1753, (1908). Portrait of French artist and printmaker Marguerite Le Comte (c1719-c1786). After a painting by Maurice-Quentin de La Tour

Maurice de Saxe, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Maurice de Saxe, (1936). Graf Moritz Von Sachsen, 1696-1750. Portrait of Maurice, Count of Saxony (1696-1750), German soldier and officer of the Army of the Holy Roman Empire and the Imperial Army

Graf Moritz von Sachsen. 1934. Maurice, Count of Saxony (1696-1750), German soldier and officer of the Army of the Holy Roman Empire and the Imperial Army

Charles, Dauphin De France, 1910. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Charles, Dauphin De France, 1910. Charles VII (1403-1461), called the Victorious or the Well-Served, was a monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of France from 1422 to his death

Portrait of a Lady, c1751. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Portrait of a Lady, c1751. From The French Pastellists of the Eighteenth Century by Haldane MacFall. [MacMillan and Co. Limited, London, 1909]

Mademoiselle Fel, c1756. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Mademoiselle Fel, c1756. From The French Pastellists of the Eighteenth Century by Haldane MacFall. [MacMillan and Co. Limited, London, 1909]

Preparation to the portrait of Marie Catherine Dufloquet Reals, 1756. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Preparation to the portrait of Marie Catherine Dufloquet Reals, 1756. Marie Catherine Dufloquet Reals (1724-1793) wife of Rene Masse Nicolas Gregoire

D Alembert, 1753. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
D Alembert, 1753. Jean-Baptiste le Rond d Alembert (1717-1783), French mathematician, mechanician, physicist, philosopher, and music. Held at the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Jean Jacques Rousseau, 1753. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Jean Jacques Rousseau, 1753. Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778), philosopher, writer, and composer. Rousseau was a great influence during the enlightenment

Self-portrait with Lace Jabot, c1750. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Self-portrait with Lace Jabot, c1750. Held at the Musee de Picardie, Picardie. From The French Pastellists of the Eighteenth Century by Haldane MacFall. [MacMillan and Co. Limited, London, 1909]

La Camargo, c1743. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
La Camargo, c1743. Marie-Anne de Camargo Cupis, (1710-1770), Ballet dancer in the Parisian Opera. She was nicknamed La Camargo. Held at the Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin

Marie Leczinska, c1748. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Marie Leczinska, c1748. Maria Karolina Zofia Felicja Leszczynska (1703-1768), wife of King Louis XV of France and was the grandmother of Louis XVI, Louis XVIII, and Charles X

Mademoiselle Puvigny, c1749. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Mademoiselle Puvigny, c1749. Held at the Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin. From The French Pastellists of the Eighteenth Century by Haldane MacFall. [MacMillan and Co. Limited, London, 1909]

Madame Favart, c1745. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Madame Favart, c1745. Madame Favart is an opera in three acts by Jacques Offenbach (1819-1880). Held at the Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin

Marechal de Saxe, c1748. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Marechal de Saxe, c1748. Maurice, comte de Saxe (1696-1750). French general and Marshal General of France. Held at the Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin

Louis XV, 1748. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Louis XV, 1748. Louis XV (1710-1774), Bourbon King of France from 1st September 1715 to 10th May 1774. Held at the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Tete Penchee, c1752. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Tete Penchee, c1752. Held in the Musee Antoine Lecuyer, Saint-Quentin. From The French Pastellists of the Eighteenth Century by Haldane MacFall. [MacMillan and Co. Limited, London, 1909]

Philibert Orry de Vignory, c1737. Artist: Maurice-Quentin de La Tour
Philibert Orry de Vignory, c1737. Philibert Orry de Vignory (1689-1747), French Statesman. Held at the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Emanuel Card. Bouillon
EMANUEL THEODORE DELATOUR, cardinal de BOUILLON French cardinal, Grand Aumonier de France. Date: 1644 - 1715

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Delatour: A Glimpse into the Artistry of Maurice-Quentin de La Tour Step into the enchanting world of Delatour, where the strokes of Maurice-Quentin de La Tour's brush bring to life captivating portraits that transcend time. With each masterpiece, he captures not only the physical likeness but also the essence and spirit of his subjects. In "Portrait of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, " painted in 1777, De La Tour skillfully portrays the philosopher's introspective gaze, hinting at his profound thoughts and revolutionary ideas. The delicate play of light and shadow adds depth to this thought-provoking composition. Another notable work is "Jean Charles Garnier d Isle" from around 1750. Here, De La Tour showcases his mastery in capturing intricate details such as facial expressions and clothing textures. This portrait exudes elegance and sophistication while offering a glimpse into the subject's personality. One cannot overlook "Madame Masse" from the 1750s; although its creator remains unknown, it radiates an undeniable charm. The softness in her eyes reflects both vulnerability and strength—a testament to De La Tour's ability to evoke emotions through his art. Similarly mesmerizing is "Portrait of Mademoiselle Salle. " Created by J Chauvet during the same period as Madame Masse, this artwork captivates with its ethereal beauty. The subject appears lost in thought, inviting viewers to contemplate her story. The allure continues with "Marguerite Lecomte" from 1753—an enigmatic portrayal that leaves us yearning for more information about this mysterious woman. Despite being shrouded in anonymity over centuries, her presence resonates through De La Tour's exquisite technique. Shifting our focus towards military prowess is "Maurice de Saxe, " depicted with grandeur by an unknown artist in 1936. This commanding figure exudes strength and determination, reminding us of the power of leadership.