Panel 1800 - 1815

This portrait, "Panel," was painted by Gaspard Grégoire between 1800 and 1815 and is currently held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The painting depicts an individual wearing a laurel wreath, an ancient symbol of victory and honor, suggesting a prominent figure. Grégoire, a French artist born in 1751 and active until 1846, is known for his Neoclassical style, evident in the idealized portrayal and classical imagery. This portrait, with its formal composition and meticulous detail, showcases Grégoire's skilled hand and his adherence to Neoclassical principles.