Artwork
Portrait of Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet
Portrait of Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet is an oil painting by the Realist artist Jean-Jacques Henner. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet is an 1890 oil painting by French artist Jean-Jacques Henner, characterized by its use of sfumato and chiaroscuro. The work is part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, Madame Paul Duchesne-Fournet, seated and dressed in dark, long attire with a matching head covering. Her face, subtly illuminated against a brown background, is the focal point.
Technique & Style
Henner employed chiaroscuro to create depth and dimension, with gentle light gradations accentuating the subject's face. This technique, alongside sfumato, contributes to the painting's realistic and nuanced portrayal.
History & Provenance
Created in 1890, the painting is now held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, reflecting Henner's contribution to the Realism movement through his portrait work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Jacques Henner (5 March 1829 – 23 July 1905) was a French painter, noted for his use of sfumato and chiaroscuro in painting nudes, religious subjects and portraits.
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