1815 1891 Collection (#5)

Sketchbook page 82 Study Fgures Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 82: Study of Fgures. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 53 Animal Studies Tree Study
Sketchbook, page 53: Animal Studies and Tree Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 55 Study Horse Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 55: Study for a Horse. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 83 Study Face Legs Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 83: Study of a Face, Legs. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 01 Street Scene 1905-10 Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 01: Street Scene, 1905-10. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite; sheet: 18.8 x 11.5 cm (7 3/8 x 4 1/2 in.)

Sketchbook page 54 Architecture Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 54: Architecture Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 04 Figures Boat Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 04: Figures in a Boat. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 29 Landscape Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 29: Landscape Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 30 Seated male Figure Figure
Sketchbook, page 30: Seated male Figure and Figure in Profile. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 03 Figure Study Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 03: Figure Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 02 Studies Legs Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 02: Studies of Legs. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Sketchbook page 27 Detail Study Terrace Landscape Study
Sketchbook, page 27: Detail Study for " On a Terrace" and Landscape Study. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite

Sketchbook page 81 Study Faces Ernest Meissonier
Sketchbook, page 81: Study of Faces. Ernest Meissonier (French, 1815-1891). Graphite;

Capri 1845 Jean Achille Benouville French 1815-1891
Capri, c. 1845. Jean Achille Benouville (French, 1815-1891). Oil on fabric; framed: 43 x 60 x 6 cm (16 15/16 x 23 5/8 x 2 3/8 in.); unframed: 28.1 x 44.7 cm (11 1/16 x 17 5/8 in.)

Mounted Dragoon. Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891) French academic painter. French Soldier Uniform Equipment Firearm Sword Helmet Horse Bay

Drawings Prints, Print, Flight, Queen, James, II, Sitter, Artist, Engraver, Mary Modena
Drawings and Prints, Print, Flight of the Queen of James II, from the Illustrated London News, Sitter, Artist, Engraver, After, Mary of Modena, Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland

Cavalier waiting an audience, Meissonier, Jean Louis Ernest, 1815-1891, Interiors, Nobility, Soldiers, 1900

John Alexander Macdonald (1815-1891) Canadian statesman, born in Glasgow, Scotland, he emigrated to Canada with his family in 1820

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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.