1815 1891 Collection (#3)

Sketchbook, page 65: Study of Faces in Profile. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 65: Study of Faces in Profile

Sketchbook, page 64: Figures on a Stairway. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 64: Figures on a Stairway

Sketchbook, page 60: Nude Male Study. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 60: Nude Male Study

Sketchbook, page 61: Face, 3 / 4 view profile. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 61: Face, 3/4 view profile

Sketchbook, page 51: Figure Study. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 51: Figure Study

Sketchbook, page 48: Study of A Horse. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 48: Study of A Horse

Sketchbook, page 45: Womans Face, 3 / 4 View. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 45: Womans Face, 3/4 View

Sketchbook, page 44: Church Spire. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Sketchbook, page 44: Church Spire

On a Terrace, 1867. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
On a Terrace, 1867. Trained as a printmaker and book illustrator, Meissonier specialized in small paintings depicting scenes from French history and literature

Joan of Arc, c. 1889. Creator: Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891)
Joan of Arc, c. 1889. Joan of Arc is a rare study relating to Ernest Meissoniers never-realized mural for the Pantheon in Paris

Joan Arc 1889 Ernest Meissonier French 1815-1891
Joan of Arc, c. 1889. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite, red chalk, colored washes, and black and white gouache; sheet: 18.8 x 30.3 cm (7 3/8 x 11 15/16 in.)

Sketchbook Ernest Meissonier French 1815-1891
Sketchbook. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 20 Animal Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 20: Animal Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 52 Figure Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 52: Figure Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 26 Study Head Lamp Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 26: Study of a Head and a Lamp. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 80 Study Faces Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 80: Study of Faces. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 48 Study Horse Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 48: Study of A Horse. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 74 Landscape Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 74: Landscape Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 51 Figure Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 51: Figure Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 79 Soldier Drum Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 79: Soldier with Drum. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 50 Boats Figures Cargo Beach
Sketchbook, page 50: Boats, Figures, Cargo on a Beach. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 24 Seated Male Figure Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 24: Seated Male Figure. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 78 Landscape Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 78: Landscape Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 47 Studies Three Faces Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 47: Studies of Three Faces. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 45 Womans Face 3 / 4 View Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 45: Womans Face, 3/4 View. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 25 Studies Figures Boats Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 25: Studies of Figures in Boats. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 21 Study Horse Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 21: Study of a Horse. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 19 Study Figure Horseback Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 19: Study of a Figure on Horseback seen from behind. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 49 Architechural Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 49: Architechural Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 77 Figure Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 77: Figure Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 76 Study Horse Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 76: Study of a Horse. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 72 Figure Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 72: Figure Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 23 Seated Soldier Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 23: Seated Soldier. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 46 Standing Male Figure Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 46: Standing Male Figure. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite, pen, ink, and wash

Sketchbook page 73 Study Horse profile Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 73: Study of a Horse, profile. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 22 Architectural Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 22: Architectural Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 18 Study Horse Landscape Study
Sketchbook, page 18: Study of a Horse and Landscape Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 99 Study Figure Building Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 99: Study of Figure, Building. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 44 Church Spire Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 44: Church Spire. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 17 Bust Man Top Hat Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 17: Bust of a Man in Top Hat. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 64 Figures Stairway Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 64: Figures on a Stairway. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 100 Nude Figure Profile Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 100: Nude Figure, Profile. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 71 Study Figure Reading Bed Hand
Sketchbook, page 71: Study of a Figure Reading in Bed, Study of a Hand. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 98 Study Figures Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 98: Study of Figures. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 43 Studies Horses leg Figure
Sketchbook, page 43: Studies: Horses leg, Figure in a Boat, and Profile. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 16 Melancholy Figure Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 16: Melancholy Figure. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 40 Perspective Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 40: Perspective Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 95 Notes Ernest Meissonier French
Sketchbook, page 95: Notes. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

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"1815-1891: Exploring the Artistic Journey of Ernest Meissonier" Step into the world of renowned French artist, Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891), as we delve into his captivating sketchbook. Filled with a plethora of artistic studies and breathtaking landscapes, this collection offers a glimpse into the creative mind behind some of history's most remarkable works. On page 43, we encounter an array of sketches showcasing Meissonier's mastery in capturing movement and form. From the intricately detailed study of a horse's leg to the enigmatic figure in a boat and profile portrait, each stroke on canvas reveals his meticulous attention to detail. Turn back to page 42 where three figures come alive under Meissonier's skilled hand. The depth and realism portrayed here are testament to his ability to breathe life into every subject he touched. Page 40 presents us with an intriguing perspective study that showcases Meissonier's keen eye for composition. Through intricate lines and precise angles, he transports us into mesmerizing worlds within his art. A soldier stands tall alongside a figure donning a top hat on page 38—a testament to Meissonier's versatility as an artist. His ability to capture different subjects with equal finesse is truly awe-inspiring. Nature takes center stage on page 36 as we witness Meissonier's delicate tree study. With each stroke, he brings forth the beauty found in even the simplest elements surrounding us. Moving forward to page 33, we encounter both bovine elegance and human expression through Meissonier's cow from behind and profile study—an ode to his ability in capturing diverse subjects with grace. The vastness of landscapes unfolds before our eyes on pages 29 and 28—each stroke conveying emotion through sweeping vistas meticulously crafted by Meissonier himself. These scenes transport us beyond mere observation; they invite us into their very essence.