Portrait of John Lemoine by Jean Béraud. A profile portrait of a seated man with a white beard wearing a black formal suit against a dark, painterly background.

Portrait of John Lemoine

Jean Béraud

1889 · Medium Not Listed

An elegant and atmospheric late 19th-century portrait of a seated gentleman in profile.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Created around 1889 by the celebrated Parisian artist Jean Béraud, this portrait depicts John Lemoine, a distinguished French journalist. The work showcases Béraud's masterful handle on tonality and texture, using a rich, dark palette to create a sense of quiet dignity and scholarly focus that carries significant gallery presence.