Old World Portraits
Portrait of Mounet-Sully
Théobald Chartran
A striking late 19th-century portrait characterized by rich color and a confident, theatrical gaze.
Portrait of Charles Le Bargy in Stage Costume
Théobald Chartran
1887 · Medium Not Listed
An evocative 19th-century portrait of French actor Charles Le Bargy in stage attire, set against a warm, atmospheric backdrop.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Painted in 1887 by Théobald Chartran, this striking portrait depicts Charles Le Bargy, a celebrated sociétaire of the Comédie-Française. Shown in theatrical costume, Le Bargy's piercing gaze and subtle expression are framed by a deep, textured red background, showcasing Chartran's mastery of the academic style and his ability to capture the psychological presence of his subjects.
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