Head of a Young Boy

Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Created:
Movement:
1763
Rococo
key Notes:
Expressive innocence, Rococo portraiture
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Dimensions:
18 7/8 x 15 3/8 in. (47.9 x 39.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Advanced
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Head of a Young Boy by Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725–1805) was a prominent French painter known for his genre scenes and portraits that often conveyed moral narratives. Created in 1763, Head of a Young Boy exemplifies Greuze's skill in capturing the delicate expressions and innocence of youth, a theme prevalent in his oeuvre. The painting, executed in oil on canvas, showcases his adeptness in rendering texture and emotion, contributing to the sentimental style that characterized much of his work. Greuze's ability to evoke empathy and moral reflection in his portraits was influential during the Enlightenment, aligning with the period's emphasis on human emotion and virtue. His works were celebrated for their technical precision and emotional depth, securing his reputation as a leading artist of his time. Greuze's influence extended beyond his lifetime, impacting the development of portraiture and genre painting in France.

Description of the work:

Head of a Young Boy by Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Created in 1763, "Head of a Young Boy" by Jean-Baptiste Greuze is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing the delicate expressions and innocence of youth, characteristic of the Rococo style. The artwork is noted for its soft brushwork and subtle use of light, which enhance the emotional depth of the subject.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Head of a Young Boy