Marechal de Guebriant

1655

Robert Nanteuil

Associated Names
Robert Nanteuil

Artist, French, 1623 - 1678

The image is a detailed portrait engraving showing the upper body of a man within an ornate oval frame. The man is positioned at a slight angle, gazing towards the viewer. He has a prominent facial structure, with long, curly hair that reaches to his shoulders, a mustache, a small pointed beard, and a beauty mark on his cheek. He is dressed in luxurious clothing typical of a historical military figure, featuring a ruffled collar and a suit of armor with intricate detailing. The man appears to be depicted with decorative armor and a sash over his shoulder. Around him, within the oval frame, are decorative elements including palm fronds and a crest with heraldic symbols. The background consists of diagonally lined shading, creating contrast with the intricately illustrated frame, which includes various elements such as a helmet, a shield adorned with the crest, and a pair of crossed halberds. The name and titles of the person are inscribed underneath the portrait.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Miss Ellen T. Bullard

  • Accession Number

    1941.4.7

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Petitjean/Wickert 1927, no. 82, State i/iv


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Miss Ellen T. Bullard [1865-1959], Boston; gift 1941 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1927

  • Petitjean, Charles and Ch. Wickert. Catalogue de l'oeuvre de Robert Nanteuil. Paris: Loys Delteil et Maurice Le Garrec, 1927.

Wikidata ID

Q64961354

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