Portrait of Everhard Jabach (Mulhouse)

Portrait of Everhard Jabach (Mulhouse)

Artwork Type: Painting

Artwork Description: The artwork is a painting titled "Portrait of Everhard Jabach (Mulhouse)" by Hyacinthe Rigaud. It was created in 1688 and is currently housed in the Musée des beaux-arts de Mulhouse. The painting measures 0.81 x 0.65 meters. Rigaud was a prominent Catalan-French baroque painter known for his exceptional portraits, capturing the essence and majesty of his subjects with remarkable precision and detail.

Artwork Date: 1688

Institution Name: Musée des beaux-arts de Mulhouse

Artwork Size: 0.81 x 0.65 meters

Author Name: Hyacinthe Rigaud

Description: The portrait features Everhard Jabach, a prominent German banker and art collector, set against a dark background that emphasizes his presence. He is depicted in a formal pose, wearing a dark, voluminous garment with a loosely tied white cravat. His long, curly hair cascades over his shoulders, framing a face that reflects a sense of composure and wisdom. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the rendering of Jabach's features, the texture of his clothing, and the subtle play of light and shadow that brings depth and realism to the portrait.