Portrait of Félix Ravaisson 1846

Théodore Chassériau's "Portrait of Félix Ravaisson" (1846) is a graphite drawing depicting the French philosopher in a seated pose, his face rendered with detailed accuracy and his clothing meticulously depicted. The work is characteristic of Chassériau's style, which combined elements of Romanticism and Realism, employing a delicate yet precise approach to portraiture. The drawing is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcasing the artist's ability to capture the essence of his subject through masterful use of line and shading.