Jean Baptiste François de Troy, Fils 1789
nicolasdelaunay
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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yellowing background
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photo restoration
# print
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white palette
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19th century
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men
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golden font
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watercolor
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historical font
This 1789 engraving by Nicolas de Launay is a portrait of Jean Baptiste François de Troy, Fils, a French painter. The image depicts de Troy in an oval frame set against a simple background, emphasizing his likeness. De Launay, a prominent engraver of the late 18th century, captured de Troy's dignified presence with meticulous detail, revealing the artist's elegant attire and powdered wig. This print is a testament to the esteemed position of de Troy in the French art world.
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