Old World Portraits
Portrait of Henri Maubant
Théobald Chartran
A dignified oil portrait of a mature man, rendered with expressive brushwork and a luminous golden backdrop.
Portrait of Mounet-Sully
Théobald Chartran
1885 · Wood, Oil Paint
A striking late 19th-century portrait characterized by rich color and a confident, theatrical gaze.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Living Room · Study
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Benefits from a distinct wall tone
- Color notes
- Soft yellow, Aged gold, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Painted by Théobald Chartran around 1885, this oil portrait depicts the celebrated French actor Mounet-Sully. The work captures the sitter's intensity through masterful brushwork and a bold palette of crimson and gold, reflecting his stature as a member of the Comédie-Française.
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