Old World Portraits
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Théobald Chartran
A striking late 19th-century portrait characterized by rich color and a confident, theatrical gaze.
Portrait of Henri Maubant
Théobald Chartran
1885 · Wood, Oil Paint
A dignified oil portrait of a mature man, rendered with expressive brushwork and a luminous golden backdrop.
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece with earthy terracotta warmth — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Benefits from a distinct wall tone
- Color notes
- Terracotta clay, Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted by Théobald Chartran in 1885, this striking oil portrait depicts Henri Maubant, a celebrated member of the Comédie-Française. The work captures the subject's contemplative gaze with masterful detail, set against a rich, impasto background of warm ochre and gold that lends a noble, timeless quality to the piece.
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