Monsieur Denis-Paul le Pot de la Fontaine
1772
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
1772
oil
From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts
This painting shows a man sitting in a chair, wearing a red robe with gold embroidery. He has white hair and is holding a book in his left hand. The man's robe is intricately decorated with gold patterns, and he is seated in a chair with a yellow cushion. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the man's features and clothing. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up François-Hubert Drouais.
