Portrait of Louis-François Bertin, also known as "Bertin l'Aîné" (1766-1841)

Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres19th Century

Rmn-Grand Palais
Paris, France, France

Louis-François Bertin was the founder of the Journal des débats, a newspaper supported by King Louis-Philippe. Through the intense expression in this portrait, Ingres captures the image of the triumphant bourgeoisie of 1830. The painting also has a striking realism thanks to its minute detail.

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Title: Portrait of Louis-François Bertin, also known as "Bertin l'Aîné" (1766-1841)
Creator: Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres (1780-1867), musée du Louvre
Date Created: 19th Century
Physical Dimensions: 116 x 95 cm
Original Language: French
Type: Peinture
Publisher: Rmn-Grand Palais
Original Source: Paris, musée du Louvre
Rights: France, Paris, musée du Louvre. Photo © RMN-Grand Palais (musée du Louvre) - Gérard Blot
External Link: Agence photo de la Réunion des musées nationaux-Grand Palais
Medium: Oil on canvas

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