Artist: French School
Medium: Pastel and Graphite on Paper
Creation Year: c. 1830
Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.75 inches
Style: Figurative, Historic
Period: Early 19th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This early 19th-century French School portrait of President George Washington, rendered in pastel and graphite on paper, exemplifies the European admiration for the American leader. The artist employs a delicate balance of mediums, using graphite to establish the firm lines and structure of Washington’s visage while the pastels add a soft, lifelike quality to his features.
Washington is depicted with a dignified expression, his eyes conveying a sense of resolve and wisdom. The subtle use of color in the pastels highlights the contours of his face, capturing the texture of his skin with remarkable sensitivity. His hair and formal attire are meticulously detailed, reflecting the fashion of the late 18th century and emphasizing his status and the era’s aesthetic values.
The background is understated, focusing attention entirely on Washington. This artistic choice underscores his prominence and the respect he commanded. The use of pastels imbues the portrait with a gentle, almost ethereal quality, contrasting with the firm graphite lines that ground the composition in realism.
This portrait not only serves as a homage to George Washington but also as an illustration of the transatlantic influence and admiration between France and the United States during the early 19th century. It stands as a testament to the skill of the French School artists and their ability to capture the essence of such a pivotal historical figure.
This work comes matted and titled in excellent condition!
Artist: French School
Medium: Pastel and Graphite on Paper
Creation Year: c. 1830
Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.75 inches
Style: Figurative, Historic
Period: Early 19th Century
Condition: Excellent
Description: This early 19th-century French School portrait of President George Washington, rendered in pastel and graphite on paper, exemplifies the European admiration for the American leader. The artist employs a delicate balance of mediums, using graphite to establish the firm lines and structure of Washington’s visage while the pastels add a soft, lifelike quality to his features.
Washington is depicted with a dignified expression, his eyes conveying a sense of resolve and wisdom. The subtle use of color in the pastels highlights the contours of his face, capturing the texture of his skin with remarkable sensitivity. His hair and formal attire are meticulously detailed, reflecting the fashion of the late 18th century and emphasizing his status and the era’s aesthetic values.
The background is understated, focusing attention entirely on Washington. This artistic choice underscores his prominence and the respect he commanded. The use of pastels imbues the portrait with a gentle, almost ethereal quality, contrasting with the firm graphite lines that ground the composition in realism.
This portrait not only serves as a homage to George Washington but also as an illustration of the transatlantic influence and admiration between France and the United States during the early 19th century. It stands as a testament to the skill of the French School artists and their ability to capture the essence of such a pivotal historical figure.
This work comes matted and titled in excellent condition!
