Who created "Portret-karikatuur van Briantais"?

Portret-karikatuur van Briantais was created by Jean Baptiste Isabey in 1777 - 1855.

When was "Portret-karikatuur van Briantais" created?

This artwork was created 1777 - 1855.

What medium is "Portret-karikatuur van Briantais"?

Portret-karikatuur van Briantais is brush.

Is "Portret-karikatuur van Briantais" in the public domain?

Yes, Portret-karikatuur van Briantais is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Portret-karikatuur van Briantais

Jean Baptiste Isabey

1777 - 1855

Medium

brush

Dimensions

147; 178

About this artwork

annotation, recto, upper left, pencil: ‘Briantais’

Art Historical Context

Behold the delightful *Portret-karikat van Briantais* Jean-Baptiste Isabey, a masterful French artist (1777–1855) for his intimate portrait miniatures and spirited caricatures. Rendered in brush on a modest scale—178 mm high by 147 mm wide—this work exemplifies the precision and whimsy of early 19th-century draftsmanship, capturing its subject with exaggerated flair typical of caricature. Isabey's brush technique allowed for fluid lines and subtle shading, breathing life into small-format portraits that were prized among Europe's elite. Often produced as personal gifts or keepsakes, such piec...

About the Artist

Jean Baptiste Isabey · 1767–1855

French architect. Comment on works: figure; miniature; marine

Portret-karikatuur van Briantais

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