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.
Portrait of Simon Charles Miger
Marie-Gabrielle Capet
1806 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant neoclassical portrait of an engraver, rendered with a soft, dignified focus.
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Where it works
A measured, grounding piece in walnut and cognac tones — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Soft sage
About the piece
Painted in 1806 by Marie-Gabrielle Capet, this portrait depicts the French engraver Simon Charles Miger. Capet captures a moment of quiet intellectual presence, with Miger holding a portfolio of his work against a neutral, atmospheric background that emphasizes his thoughtful expression.
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