Voltaire
Louise Marguerite Espérance Langlois
1821
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Louise Marguerite Espérance Langlois
1821
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows Voltaire, a man with a thoughtful expression. He's dressed in 18th-century clothing, with a wig and a coat. The artist included many details, like the books and papers on the table, which suggests Voltaire was a writer or scholar. The portrait is detailed and realistic, which makes it interesting. You can learn more about the technique used to create this portrait by looking into lithography.
