The artwork “Young Page in Florentine Garb” by Alexandre Cabanel, created in 1881, is an oil painting on canvas, exemplifying the Academicism art movement. The portrait dimensions are 104 x 71 cm, and it is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork features a young page dressed in traditional Florentine attire, indicative of the era’s historical and cultural context. The subject is adorned in a richly patterned garment with vibrant colors of blue and orange, accompanied by a ceremonial sword held with both hands. The intricate backdrop, rendered in a warm golden hue with ornate floral motifs, enhances the regal composition of the portrait. The page’s expression is solemn, suggesting a sense of duty and nobility. Cabanel’s meticulous attention to detail and texture, as well as his refined technique, reflect the ideals of Academicism, emphasizing both beauty and precision in capturing the essence of the historical subject.
