Who created "Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797)"?

Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797) was created by Pierre Philippe Choffard in 1790.

What medium is "Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797)"?

Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797) is Engraving.

Is "Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797)" in the public domain?

Yes, Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797)

Pierre Philippe Choffard

1790

Medium

Engraving

Dimensions

Sheet (trimmed): 7 7/8 × 5 1/2 in. (20 × 13.9 cm)

Classification

Prints

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Anonymous Gift, 1924

Accession Number

24.80.28

Art Historical Context

This delicate engraving, *Portrait of Pierre François Bas (1723–1797)*, captures the esteemed French engraver and printseller in a poised profile view, created by fellow artist Pierre Philippe Choff in 1790. Choffard, a master of Rococo and Neoclassical, was renowned for his intricate book illustrations and vignettes, blending elegance with precision. At just 7 7/8 × 5 1/2 inches, this trimmed sheet exemplifies the intimate scale of 18th-century portrait prints, ideal for collectors' albums or personal display. Engraving as a medium was pivotal in the Enlightenment era, allowing artists like ...

Portrait of Pierre François Basan (1723–1797)

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