Portret van Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres 1841

This 1841 portrait of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres is a striking example of a daguerreotype, an early photographic process. The anonymous artist captures Ingres' likeness in a simple yet powerful composition. The sitter's profile, framed by the oval, emphasizes his stern gaze and the gravitas associated with the influential Neoclassical painter. The daguerreotype's unique tonal range, with sharp contrasts and subtle gradations, is a testament to the early medium's technical capabilities. This portrait stands as a visual testament to a prominent figure in 19th-century French art.