Portret van Eugène Devaux 1831 - 1888

Jean-Baptiste Meunier's "Portret van Eugène Devaux" is a pencil drawing depicting a man's profile, likely a portrait of the artist's friend Eugène Devaux. The fine lines and subtle shading of Meunier's drawing showcase his skill in capturing the subject's features with precision and detail. This portrait, executed in the realist style popular in 19th-century France, exemplifies the artist's ability to render a lifelike likeness through meticulous observation. The artwork's intimate scale adds to its personal quality, highlighting the connection between the artist and his subject.