Portret van Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne by Nicolas Gabriel Dupuis

Portret van Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne 1755

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light pencil work

yellowing background

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old engraving style

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This 1755 engraving by Nicolas Gabriel Dupuis depicts Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne, a French painter known for his portraits. The work features a bust-length portrait of Lemoyne in profile, framed within a circular medallion and surrounded by a simple, decorative border. Dupuis skillfully captures Lemoyne's likeness, highlighting his powdered wig and attentive gaze. This engraving is a testament to the artistic talents of both the artist and the subject, demonstrating the influence of portraiture in 18th-century French art.