The artwork titled “Alfred Bruyas” was created by Alexandre Cabanel in 1846. This oil on canvas painting is representative of the Academicism movement and is categorized as a portrait. Measuring 73.98 x 63.18 cm, this distinguished piece can be found in the Musée Fabre, located in Montpellier, France.
In the artwork, the subject, Alfred Bruyas, is depicted with meticulous detail. He is shown from the torso up, against a backdrop of a serene landscape with a clear sky and distant greenery. His reddish-brown beard and hair are rendered with precise brushwork. Dressed in dark attire, accentuated by a muted patterned necktie, Bruyas holds a pair of spectacles in his right hand, suggesting a contemplative demeanor. The overall composition and fine details reflect the artist’s adherence to the principles of Academicism, aiming for exactness and elegance in portrayal.
