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Portrait de Charles Carpeaux à trois ans, c.1873. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
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Portrait de Charles Carpeaux à trois ans, c.1873. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
Portrait de Charles Carpeaux a trois ans, c.1873
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Artists Family Artists Model Artists Son Canvas Material Carpeaux Jean Baptiste Jean Baptiste Carpeaux Jules Carpeaux Model
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This portrait, titled "Portrait de Charles Carpeaux à trois ans" (Charles Carpeaux at Three Years Old), was created by the renowned French sculptor and painter, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (1827-1906), around the year 1873. The artwork depicts Carpeaux's own son, Charles, at a tender age of three years, capturing the essence of childhood innocence and playfulness. The painting is an oil on canvas work, showcasing the artist's mastery of color and brushwork. The young Charles is depicted with a curious and mischievous expression on his face, his head tilted slightly to the side, as if engaging in a conversation with an unseen companion. His body is clad in a simple white shirt and dark trousers, the fabric of the canvas subtly conveying the texture of the material. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the painting, creating a sense of three-dimensionality that draws the viewer in. This portrait is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of France during the Baroque era, a time when artists like Carpeaux pushed the boundaries of traditional techniques and subject matter. The painting is now a cherished part of the collection at the Petit Palais Museum in Paris, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world. The legacy of Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux and his portrayal of his beloved son, Charles, remains an enduring symbol of the beauty and complexity of human emotion and experience.
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