Author(s):
renan, ary ernest (paris, 28–10–1857 - paris, 04–08–1900), author of the model
date of production: 15–01–1880
dating in century: 19th century
type(s) of object(s): graphic arts
name(s): copper plate (intaglio matrix)
materials and techniques: copper
dimensions - artwork:
height: 23. 9cm
width: 18cm
description:
engraved red copper plaque called la connaissance, portrait of ernest renan asleep
marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
date - inside the window, b. D "january 15, 1880"
inscription regarding the author - under the window, b. G "ary renan delt"
inscription concerning the title - under the window, b. D "la connaissance"
inscription concerning the model - at the bottom "ernest renan"
mark - on the reverse "usine metallurgique/de/montrouge (seine)/39 et 41/rue louis rolland" (followed by a star)
iconographic description:
portrait of ernest renan asleep, hands crossed on his chest
themes / subjects / places represented:
portrait
person / character depicted:
renan, ernest
mode of acquisition: legacy
name of donor, testator, seller: siohan, corrie and robert
date of acquisition: 1991
institution: museum of romantic life
inventory number: csr ob 14. Date: 15–01–1880.
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