Artwork
Rene de Laudonniere Sablais (de Burdingale)
Rene de Laudonniere Sablais (de Burdingale) is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Meryon. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1954.930
- Credit line
- The Milton Curtiss Rose Collection in memory of Evelyn Curtiss Rose
About this work
Overview
Rene de Laudonniere Sablais (de Burdingale) is a print created by Charles Meryon in 1861. It is a portrait of a historical figure associated with early French exploration in North America.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bearded man with a serious expression, dressed in 16th-century attire, surrounded by an ornate oval frame adorned with foliage and fruit. His direct gaze engages the viewer, while his clothing and surroundings evoke a sense of historical significance.
Technique & Style
Meryon's work is characterized by skilled etching, a technique he mastered to produce detailed and expressive prints. Although often associated with Parisian views, this portrait showcases his versatility as an artist.
History & Provenance
Charles Meryon, a French artist, created this print in 1861. His career was marked by struggles with mental illness, and he died in 1868. Meryon's work remained relatively unknown in the English-speaking world during his lifetime.
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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.
