Who painted Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France?

Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France was painted by Jean Massard in 1770.

Where can I see Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France?

Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France?

Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France is associated with Romanticism.

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Artwork

Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France

Jean Massard , 1770

Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean Massard. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower center in plate: J. Massard del et Sculp. / AParis chés Megrel Vitrier rue S. Jacques vis à vis celle du Plâtre / et ches Vaulez Md. d'Estampes Quai des Théatins; below portrait in plate: LOUIS-AUGUSTE / Dauphin de France / Né à Versailles le 23. Aoust 1754

About this work

Overview

This print, created in 1770 by Jean Massard, is an etching and engraving on laid paper depicting Louis-Auguste, Dauphin of France.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait shows a young Louis-Auguste in formal attire, conveying a sense of seriousness and poise. This dignified representation may reflect the subject's status as the Dauphin, emphasizing his importance despite his youth.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Massard's use of printmaking techniques, specifically etching and engraving, to capture the subject's likeness.