The artwork, titled “Portrait of Nicolas Fouquet,” was created by the artist Charles Le Brun using oil as the medium. It belongs to the Baroque art movement and falls within the portrait genre.
The artwork features a distinguished gentleman, presumably Nicolas Fouquet, depicted with a composed and serene demeanor. He is seated against a dark background which emphasizes the rich, deep tones characteristic of Baroque art. Fouquet is attired in period-appropriate, formal clothing, with fine details such as a large white collar, giving a glimpse into the fashion of the time. The subtle use of light enhances the subject’s face and hands, guiding the viewer’s focus and displaying Le Brun’s adeptness in capturing the nuances of human expression and authority. The background elements and the subject’s attire evoke a sense of refinement and status, underscoring Fouquet’s prominent position in society.
