Amédée-David, the Comte de Pastoret
1823-26
Here stands the Comte de Pastoret at age 32, looking rather dashing in a heavily embroidered black uniform that screams 'important government official.' Painted by the Neoclassical master Ingres, this portrait is a masterclass in texture—just look at the sheen on that green curtain and the intricate floral patterns on his jacket. Ingres was famous for his obsession with line and detail, and you can see it here in the way the light catches the gold hilt of the sword and the crisp white collar. It’s a perfect snapshot of French aristocratic style in the 1820s, capturing a man who clearly knew how to dress for success.
- Technique
- Oil painting
- Material
- Oil on canvas
Location: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
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