Victor-Auguste de Saint-Rémy c. 1850

This is a pencil portrait of Victor-Auguste de Saint-Rémy, created by French artist Théodore Chassériau around 1850. The subject is depicted seated with his right hand resting on his lap and his left arm resting on the armrest of a chair. Chassériau's portrait is notable for its attention to detail and the artist's signature use of chiaroscuro. This drawing showcases Chassériau's mastery of drawing and his ability to capture the sitter's likeness with sensitivity.