Portret van Georges Cuvier 1820 - 1828

This is a lithograph portrait of Georges Cuvier, created by Ambroise Tardieu between 1820 and 1828. Cuvier is depicted in a formal pose, wearing a dark suit and a white cravat, with a series of medals and insignia adorning his chest. The artist's detailed rendering of Cuvier's features and clothing suggests a focus on realism and accuracy in this portrait, which was a common style of lithography in the early 19th century. Tardieu's work provides a glimpse into the visual culture surrounding prominent figures of the time, like the influential naturalist and zoologist Cuvier.