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Jean d'Albon de Saint-André (1472–1549)
Jean d'Albon de Saint-André (1472–1549) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Corneille de Lyon. It is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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Technique & Style
The portrait of Jean d'Albon de Saint-André was executed in oil on a wooden panel, a common support for French portraiture of the early 1600s.
The portrait of Jean d'Albon de Saint-André was executed in oil on a wooden panel, a common support for French portraiture of the early 1600s. The work, attributed to Corneille de Lyon, measures approximately 17.5 × 14.6 cm and is classified as a small-scale likeness. Oil paint was applied with fine brushwork that renders the sitter’s clothing and facial features with meticulous detail, while a restrained palette and subtle modeling give the image a quiet, realistic presence typical of Corneille’s oeuvre. The painting’s condition appears stable within the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, reflecting careful handling and conservation.
History & Provenance
The portrait of Jean d'Albon de Saint-André is attributed to the artist Corneille de Lyon and is executed in oil paint on a panel support. While the subject lived from 1472 to 1549, the work itself is dated to the year 1600. The painting entered the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, where it is currently held.
Its provenance includes ownership by Michael Friedsam prior to its acquisition by the museum. The piece was previously featured in an exhibition titled the Loan Exhibition of French Primitives and Objects of Art, establishing its historical presentation within the context of early French portraiture.
The portrait of Jean d'Albon de Saint-André, attributed to Corneille de Lyon, is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Created around 1600 on an oil paint and panel support, the work measures 17.5 cm in height and 14.6 cm in width. It was formerly owned by Michael Friedsam before entering the museum's holdings.
The painting has a documented exhibition history, having been displayed during the Loan Exhibition of French Primitives and Objects of Art. As a portrait depicting the man Jean d'Albon de Saint-André, it remains a significant piece within the museum's inventory of French Renaissance portraiture.
Overview
Corneille de Lyon's oil painting, Jean d'Albon de Saint-André (1472–1549), created in 1600, captures the likeness of its namesake subject. This portrait, rendered in oil paint, is a notable example of the artist's work from the period. It is presently housed within the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, offering insight into historical portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Jean d'Albon de Saint-André, a figure from the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He is presented in elaborate attire, including a distinctive dark, pointed hat and a luxurious white fur collar. A subtle chain necklace is visible beneath his collar, complementing his serious yet slightly smiling expression. These elements underscore his social standing and wealth.
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Artist
Corneille de Lyon was a Dutch painter of portraits who was active in Lyon, France, from 1533 until his death. In France and the Netherlands he is also still known as Corneille de La Haye after his birthplace, The Hague.
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