Portrait of ChampfleuryGustave Courbet · 1855

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRealism
  • Creation date1855
  • Art period19th Century
  • Dimensions46.0 x 38.0 cm

Gustave Courbet (1819 – 1877)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Portrait of Champfleury
  • Artist: Gustave Courbet
  • Year: 1855
  • Original dimensions: 46.0 x 38.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Medium: Oil On Canvas
  • Creative period: Early Career
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Keywords: portrait painting, gustave courbet musée orsay, french artist

Questions & Answers

In what year was "Portrait of Champfleury" by Gustave Courbet created?

The creation of "Portrait of Champfleury" by Gustave Courbet is dated 1855.

What is "Portrait of Champfleury" made with?

"Portrait of Champfleury" is executed in oil on canvas.

How do movement and era meet in "Portrait of Champfleury" by Gustave Courbet?

In "Portrait of Champfleury" by Gustave Courbet, the Realism movement meets the 19th-Century era.

Which palette and lead color define "Portrait of Champfleury"?

"Portrait of Champfleury" is defined by an earthy palette led by khaki (#dfc08a).

How big is the original "Portrait of Champfleury"?

The original "Portrait of Champfleury" by Gustave Courbet measures 46 x 38 cm.

How old was Gustave Courbet when creating "Portrait of Champfleury" in 1855?

When "Portrait of Champfleury" was created in 1855, Gustave Courbet - born in 1819 - was 36 years old.

Who is the artist behind "Portrait of Champfleury"?

"Portrait of Champfleury" was created by Gustave Courbet. The information on this page describes Gustave Courbet's original work.

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