Artwork
Bust Portrait of Carle Vernet
Bust Portrait of Carle Vernet is a print by the Romanticist artist Horace Vernet. It dates from 1817 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.1063
- Credit line
- Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B. Williams Collection
About this work
Overview
The Bust Portrait of Carle Vernet is a print created by Horace Vernet in 1817. It is a representation of the artist's father, Carle Vernet, and is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows Carle Vernet in profile, with a serious expression. The close-up view highlights his individual features, capturing his likeness in a straightforward manner.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by rough, smudged lines and a lack of background detail, suggesting a quick sketch. This style was typical for portraits of notable figures during this period, and is associated with the Romanticism movement.
History & Provenance
The print was made in Paris and bears the signature 'H. Vernet'. It is a product of Horace Vernet's skill as a portraitist, which was part of a broader career that encompassed various themes, including military scenes and Orientalist subjects.
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Artist
Émile Jean-Horace Vernet (French pronunciation:; 30 June 1789 – 17 January 1863), better known as Horace Vernet, was a French painter of battles, portraits, and Orientalist subjects.
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