The artwork, titled “Pierre Balsan (1807-1869),” was created by Alexandre Cabanel using oil as the medium. It belongs to the Academicism art movement and falls under the genre of portraiture.
In the artwork, a distinguished gentleman, Pierre Balsan, is depicted seated in an elegantly composed pose. His attire consists of 19th-century formal wear, including a dark jacket, a waistcoat, and a crisp white shirt, highlighting his dignified demeanour. The subject’s expression is calm and confident, reflecting a sense of poise and stature. The background is subdued, ensuring that the focus remains on the finely detailed figure in the foreground. The rendering of textures and the subtle play of light and shadow demonstrate Cabanel’s technical prowess and commitment to the academic style.
