
Old World Portraits
Jacques-Louis David
Unknown Artist
An elegant 19th-century portrait of a gentleman in a dark coat, characterized by masterful light and shadow.

1782 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A distinguished 18th-century portrait by Jacques-Louis David, featuring an architect in a vibrant red coat amidst his tools of trade.
$239
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A grounded artwork with confident presence with rich warm-brown color — holds a formal wall with confidence.
About the piece
Painted in 1782 by the French Neoclassical master Jacques-Louis David, this portrait depicts the architect Jacques-François Desmaisons. The subject is shown in a moment of scholarly repose, surrounded by architectural drawings, a compass, and leather-bound books, all set against the striking warmth of his fur-lined red coat.
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1782 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A distinguished 18th-century portrait by Jacques-Louis David, featuring an architect in a vibrant red coat amidst his tools of trade.
$239
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with rich warm-brown color — holds a formal wall with confidence.