Portret van Jean Sylvain Bailly by François Courtin

Portret van Jean Sylvain Bailly 1828

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photo of handprinted image

shape in negative space

pastel soft colours

photo restoration

light coloured

white palette

retro 'vintage design

white focal point

remaining negative space

positive shape

"Portret van Jean Sylvain Bailly" is a portrait of the French astronomer and politician Jean Sylvain Bailly, drawn in 1828 by François Courtin. The portrait, executed in a realistic style, presents Bailly in profile, highlighting his powdered wig and the elegant clothing of the era. The print is a testament to the skill of François Courtin, an artist whose work captured the likeness of important figures of his time.