Madame Charles Gounod, born Anna Zimmermann (1859) by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Madame Charles Gounod, born Anna Zimmermann - Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres - 1859

Artwork Information

TitleMadame Charles Gounod, born Anna Zimmermann
ArtistJean Auguste Dominique Ingres
Date1859
Art MovementNeoclassicism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Madame Charles Gounod, born Anna Zimmermann

The artwork titled “Madame Charles Gounod, born Anna Zimmermann,” is a portrait created by the illustrious artist Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres in the year 1859. It is an exemplar of the Neoclassicism art movement and currently resides within a private collection. This specific art genre concentrates on the portrayal of individual subjects with an emphasis on grace and precision, characteristics that are quite apparent in this piece.

The artwork presents a woman who is presumed to be Madame Charles Gounod. Her gentle countenance is rendered with a high degree of finesse, capturing a serene expression that suggests both intelligence and composure. The subject is adorned in attire typical of the era, with intricate details that reveal the skill of Ingres in portraying textile and form. She appears seated, and her pose, with one arm resting gracefully on a piece of furniture, exudes elegance and poise.

One can observe the meticulous attention to the folds of her dress, the softness of her facial features, and the delicate handling of light and shadow which all contribute to the dimensional realism of the portrait. Despite its detailed execution, there is a distinct softness to the drawing, a characteristic often sought after in neoclassical portraiture, aimed at capturing the eternal beauty and ideals of the period. The fine pencil strokes and shades elegantly bring the subject to life, affirming Ingres’ mastery in crafting portraits which are both accurate in likeness and imbued with a refined aesthetic sense.

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