Portrait of P.-A. Caron de Beaumarchais 1780 - 1827

Jean-Baptiste-François Bosio's "Portrait of P.-A. Caron de Beaumarchais" depicts the French playwright and diplomat in a full-length portrait, standing in profile against a landscape background. Beaumarchais is dressed in elegant 18th-century attire, complete with a powdered wig, coat, and a walking stick. The drawing, executed in brown wash on paper, highlights Bosio's skillful use of line and shading to create a realistic and engaging portrait. The background, which features a distant landscape with a glimpse of a castle, adds depth and context to the composition. This drawing, a testament to Bosio's talent as a portraitist, captures Beaumarchais's presence and intellect, reflecting the prominent role he played in French society during the late 18th century.