Portrait of Jean-Jacques Rousseau 1753
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Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, Geneva, Switzerland
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Maurice Quentin de La Tour’s 1753 pastel portrait captures the renowned philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau in a contemplative moment. The work, notable for its delicate shading and subtle color variations, showcases Rousseau’s thoughtful gaze and slight smile, emphasizing his intellectualism and gentle nature. The portrait, currently housed in the Musée d'Art et d'Histoire in Geneva, is a testament to La Tour’s mastery of pastel portraiture, capturing both the physical likeness and the essence of his subject.
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