Portret van Héloïse d'Argenteuil by Henri Grevedon

Portret van Héloïse d'Argenteuil 1834

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pencil drawn

light pencil work

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

pencil work

watercolour illustration

Henri Grevedon's 1834 "Portret van Héloïse d'Argenteuil" is a portrait of the French nun, Héloïse d'Argenteuil. Grevedon, known for his portraiture and historical subjects, depicts Héloïse in her religious habit, with a cross prominently displayed on her chest. The print, measuring 564 mm in height and 402 mm in width, captures her contemplative gaze and reinforces her dedication to religious life. Héloïse, known for her intelligence and intellectual pursuits, is portrayed with a sense of quiet dignity and grace, a testament to the artistic rendering of Grevedon.