Young RomanAlexandre Cabanel · 1849

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementAcademic Romanticism
  • Creation date1849
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions60.0 x 48.0 cm
  • MuseumMusee Paul Valery

Alexandre Cabanel (1823 – 1889)

A master of French academic realism known for The Birth of Venus. Explore his exquisite classical and historical masterpieces today.

Musee Paul Valery (Sète, France)

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The Subject of Young Roman

The painting depicts a man with a beard and mustache, dressed in a white toga. He is positioned as the focal point of the composition, appearing to look directly at the viewer while seated. His facial expression suggests a state of contemplation or deep thought. The man is set against a blue background, and the composition is balanced by the presence of two other individuals, one on the left side and one on the right side, both of whom are smaller in size than the central figure.

Technical Details

The artwork is an oil on canvas created in 1849. It measures 60 x 48 cm. The piece is currently held at the Musée Paul Valéry in France.


About this artwork

  • Title: Young Roman
  • Artist: Alexandre Cabanel
  • Year: 1849
  • Original dimensions: 60.0 x 48.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Musee Paul Valery
  • Movement: Academic Romanticism
  • Medium: Oil On Canvas
  • Period: 19th Century

Quick Facts

  • Movement: Academic Art
  • Influences:
    • David
    • Picot
  • Title: Young Roman
  • Notable elements: Toga, contemplation
  • Subject or theme: Roman Youth

Questions & Answers

What type of artwork is "Young Roman" by Alexandre Cabanel?

In the catalog, "Young Roman" by Alexandre Cabanel is filed as wall art. The category helps find similar works.

At what size is "Young Roman" recommended to be printed?

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What technique was used for "Young Roman", and when was it created?

"Young Roman" was made in 1849, in oil on canvas.

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