Portret van Jean Paul Marat 1793 - 1795

"Portret van Jean Paul Marat" is a portrait of the French physician and revolutionary Jean-Paul Marat, created by Pierre Michel Alix between 1793 and 1795. The artwork is rendered in the style of a neoclassical portrait, emphasizing the subject's stoic countenance and simple attire. The use of an oval frame was a common stylistic feature of the period, adding a sense of formal elegance to the portrait. This piece, measuring 406 mm in height and 298 mm in width, is an example of the numerous tributes to prominent figures that emerged during the French Revolution.