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JOSEPH SIFFRED DUPLESSIS

PORTRAIT OF MADAME FRÉRET D’HÉRICOURT, 1768–1769

About the Artwork

Portrait of Madame Fréret d’Héricourt, 1768–1769. Joseph Siffred Duplessis. Oil on canvas. Purchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust.
Duplessis was a portrait painter of solid accomplishment during the reigns of Louis XV (1715-1774) and XVI (1774-1793). In the Nelson-Atkins portrait, Rococo elegance is beginning to be modified by the more disciplined taste of Neoclassicism. The artist combines a sound sense of form and texture-particularly effective in the smooth, silky coat of the dog-with a straightforward interpretation of character. Here, an unadorned, simple background allows our attention to focus on the sitter, whose pose and gaze are relaxed but self-assured, and whose inclusion of a favorite pet indicates a capacity for kindness and affection.

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All of our products are printed on-demand for each order. We adhere to strict production processes to ensure that the quality and consistency of every order matches the expectations of our institution and our customers.
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We exclusively use 230 gsm archival paper and gallery-quality canvas substrates in our production process. The 12-color pigment ink printers we use produce incredibly accurate color reproduction, outstanding image clarity, and enhanced detail.
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Starting with the image size and the substrate, you can customize your print to match your needs and space. Then you can select a frame moulding from an assortment of high-quality options that you can tailor to suit the image and your decor.