Artwork
Casimir Le Conte
Casimir Le Conte is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Meryon. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1954.928
- Credit line
- The Milton Curtiss Rose Collection in memory of Evelyn Curtiss Rose
About this work
Overview
Casimir Le Conte is a print created by Charles Meryon in 1856. It is a portrait of an older man, depicted in a seated position.
Subject & Meaning
The subject holds a top hat in one hand, wearing a buttoned coat and cravat. The portrait's focus is on capturing the likeness of Casimir Le Conte, with an emphasis on conveying a sense of character.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by loose, quick lines, resulting in a rough, sketchy appearance. Meryon's style is marked by a lack of attention to fine detail, with the subject's face and clothing rendered in a few economical strokes.
Context
This style of rapid, observational drawing was common in the 19th century, reflecting the artistic values of the time.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.
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Le Propriétaire
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