Portrait of Michel-Jean Sedaine (c.1772) by Jacques-Louis David

Portrait of Michel-Jean Sedaine - Jacques-Louis David - c.1772

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Michel-Jean Sedaine
ArtistJacques-Louis David
Datec.1772
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions53 x 45 cm
Art MovementNeoclassicism
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Portrait of Michel-Jean Sedaine

The artwork titled “Portrait of Michel-Jean Sedaine” is an oil on canvas painting created by the esteemed artist Jacques-Louis David around the year 1772. Measuring 53 by 45 centimeters, this work exemplifies the Neoclassicism art movement. The genre of the painting is a portrait, and it is currently held in a private collection.

The artwork presents a compelling depiction of Michel-Jean Sedaine, softly illuminated against a dark backdrop, which focuses the viewer’s attention on his person. The subject is captured mid-gesture, with one hand delicately raised to his chest, conveying a sense of animation and introspection. The virtuosity of David’s technique is evident in the rendering of textures, from the soft curls of Sedaine’s hair to the nuanced folds of his clothing. The facial expression is thoughtful and serene, suggesting an individual of intellect and sensitivity. The overall composition of the portrait, using a muted palette and the play of light and shadow, is masterfully executed, reflecting the classical ideal of balanced harmony and restrained emotion characteristic of the Neoclassical period.

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