Who painted Premier Counsul?

Premier Counsul was painted by Antoine Jean Weber in 1823.

Where can I see Premier Counsul?

Premier Counsul is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Premier Counsul?

Premier Counsul is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Premier Counsul?

Museum-quality prints of Premier Counsul are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Premier Counsul

Antoine Jean Weber , 1823

Premier Counsul is a print by the Romanticist artist Antoine Jean Weber. It dates from 1823 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2015.133
Credit line: Bequest of John Bonebrake

About this work

Overview

Premier Counsul is a 1823 print by Antoine Jean Weber, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a seated figure in antique attire, surrounded by books and papers, conveying an air of gravity and importance.

Technique & Style

The work showcases detailed rendering of textures and objects, characteristic of a particular artistic style; its chiaroscuro effects may be related to techniques such as sfumato.