Portrait of Monsieur Gaignat

"Portrait of Monsieur Gaignat," painted by Nicolas Lancret in 1735, depicts the prominent art collector and patron, Claude Gaignat, who was instrumental in the promotion of the arts during the French Rococo period. The work exemplifies Lancret's mastery of portraiture and his ability to convey the personality and social status of his subjects, contributing to the broader understanding of 18th-century French society and its cultural dynamics.

"Portrait of Monsieur Gaignat," painted by Nicolas Lancret in the early 18th century, features a seated male figure depicted in a three-quarter pose, adorned in a dark coat with a white cravat, set against a softly rendered background that emphasizes the subject's dignified demeanor. The composition is characterized by Lancret's delicate brushwork and a harmonious color palette, which together enhance the subject's refined expression and the overall elegance of the portrait.