PasteurCarolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) · 1887

  • Creation date1887
  • MuseumMusée Pasteur

Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) (1837 – 1917)

Carolus-Duran (1837-1917): French portraitist famed for elegant depictions of Parisian society & Velázquez-inspired style. Influenced Sargent & a key figure in 19thC art.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Pasteur
  • Artist: Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand)
  • Year: 1887
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Musée Pasteur
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

Is "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) a portrait, landscape or square composition?

"Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) has a portrait format. The format describes the proportions of the composition.

Which artist is "Pasteur" attributed to?

The artist behind "Pasteur" is Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand). The work is catalogued under Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand)'s name.

Toward which tone does "Pasteur" lean?

"Pasteur" leans toward an ochre to sepia tone.

In what year was "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) created?

The creation of "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) is dated 1887.

What colors dominate "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand)?

"Pasteur" is defined by an earthy palette led by walnut (#705a3d).

At what age did Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) make "Pasteur"?

When "Pasteur" was created in 1887, Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) - born in 1837 - was 50 years old.

Are the colors of "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) vivid or muted?

The colors of "Pasteur" by Carolus-Duran (Charles-Auguste-Emile Durand) show a subtle color saturation with a balanced intensity.

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