Greuse Collection

The Souvenir (Fidelity), c1787-1789, (1912). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Souvenir (Fidelity), c1787-1789, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Jean Jacques Caffieri (1725-1792), ca. 1765. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Jean Jacques Caffieri (1725-1792), ca. 1765

Broken Eggs, 1756. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Broken Eggs, 1756

Charles Claude de Flahaut (1730-1809), Comte d Angiviller, 1763. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Charles Claude de Flahaut (1730-1809), Comte d Angiviller, 1763

The Milkmaid, 18th century, (1938). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Milkmaid. Painting housed in the Louvre, Paris. From World-Famous Paintings edited by J. Greig Pirie [W. & G. Foyle, Ltd, London, 1938.]

Le Baiser Envoye(Blowing a Kiss). Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
Le Baiser Envoye (Blowing a Kiss). After Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Portrait of Denis Diderot, 1766. Creator: Augustin de Saint-Aubin
Portrait of Denis Diderot, 1766. After Jean-Baptiste Greuze

Le Geste Napolitain, 1763. Creator: Pierre Etienne Moitte
Le Geste Napolitain, 1763

Study, Head of a Boy, ca. 1777. Creator: Therese Eleonore Lingee
Study, Head of a Boy, ca. 1777

Portrait of J. B. Greuze, 19th century. Creator: Charles Emile Jacque
Portrait of J.B. Greuze, 19th century

The Marriage Contract, ca. 1761. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Marriage Contract, ca. 1761. Commissioned by the marquis de Marigny (1727-81)

Head of a Young Woman, possibly 1780s. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Head of a Young Woman, possibly 1780s

Princess Varvara Nikolaevna Gagarina (1762-1802), ca. 1780-82. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Princess Varvara Nikolaevna Gagarina (1762-1802), ca. 1780-82

Head of a Young Boy, 1763. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Head of a Young Boy, 1763

Study Head of a Woman, ca. 1780. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Study Head of a Woman, ca. 1780

Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet (Anne Antoinette Desmoulins, 1743-1817), late 1780s. Creator
Madame Jean-Baptiste Nicolet (Anne Antoinette Desmoulins, 1743-1817), late 1780s

Charles Maurice-Elie, Duke of Talleyrand-Perigord - Prince of Benevento, c1800-1805, (1896). Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord (1754-1838), 1st Prince of Benevento

Monsieur de La Live de Jully, c1759. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Monsieur de La Live de Jully, c1759. Ange-Laurent de La Live de Jully (1725-1779), French patron of arts. The painting is part of the Kress Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Woman With Doves, 1799-1800, (c1915). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Woman With Doves, 1799-1800, (c1915). Part of the Wallace Collection, London. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

The Young Dauphin, c1775, (1917). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Young Dauphin, c1775, (1917). From Bibbys Annual 1917, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1917]

Innocence, c1771, (1938). The painting was inspired by Rubens, The Birth of Louis XIII, from the Medici Series and originally held in the collection of the Comtesse du Barry

Jean Jacques Lenoir Laroche, (1885). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Jean Jacques Lenoir Laroche, (1885). Lenoir-Laroche (1749-1825) was Minister of the French police from 1776-1785

A Girl, late 18th century, (1912). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
A Girl, late 18th century, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

The Listening Girl, 18th century, (1912). Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Listening Girl, 18th century, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, (Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Sir Robert Strange, Scottish artist, (1870). Artist:s Freeman
Sir Robert Strange, Scottish artist, (1870). Strange (1721-1792) was a line engraver. An engraving from Robert Chambers A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen, Blackie and Son, (Glasgow)

Head of a Girl, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Head of a Girl, 18th century. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Chernigov, Ukraine

Spoilt Child, 1765. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Spoilt Child, 1765. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

A Letter, 18th century. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
A Letter, 18th century. Found in the collection of the State Museum Arkhangelskoye Estate, Moscow

Girl in a Bonnet, 1760s. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Girl in a Bonnet, 1760s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

The Punished Son, 1778. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Punished Son, 1778

Broken Eggs, 1756. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Broken Eggs, 1756. This picture attracted favorable comment when exhibited in Paris at the Salon of 1757, New York Museum of Modern Art

The Butcher, c1745-1805 Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
The Butcher, c1745-1805. Private collection

Blind Man Deceived, c1755. Artist: Jean-Baptiste Greuze
Blind Man Deceived, c1755. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Village Betrothal, 1892. After an original painting by Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725-1805). A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 9th January 1892

The Broken Pitcher, 1892. After an original painting by Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725-1805). A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 20th February 1892

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"Exploring the Artistry of Jean-Baptiste Greuze: A Glimpse into 18th Century Life" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jean-Baptiste Greuze, a renowned artist whose works continue to mesmerize art enthusiasts even today. Born in 1725, this French painter left an indelible mark on the art scene with his exquisite creations. One such masterpiece is "Broken Eggs, " painted in 1756. In this poignant depiction, Greuze skillfully captures the raw emotions of a young girl as she faces the consequences of her actions. The delicate brushstrokes and meticulous attention to detail make this painting truly unforgettable. Another notable work by Greuze is "The Souvenir (Fidelity), " created between 1787-1789. This enchanting piece portrays love and devotion through its tender portrayal of a couple exchanging heartfelt tokens. The artist's ability to convey deep emotion through his subjects' expressions is truly remarkable. Greuze was not only skilled at capturing human emotions but also excelled at portraiture. His portrait of Charles Claude de Flahaut, Comte d Angiviller, showcases his mastery over capturing individual personalities with precision and finesse. Augustin de Saint-Aubin's "Le Baiser Envoye (Blowing a Kiss)" complements Greuze's style perfectly. With its whimsical charm and playful composition, it transports us to a moment filled with innocent affection. Pierre Etienne Moitte's "Le Geste Napolitain" offers another glimpse into 18th-century life by showcasing cultural diversity through expressive gestures. It serves as a testament to the power of art in bridging gaps between different societies. Therese Eleonore Lingee's "Study, Head of a Boy" captivates viewers with its striking realism and impeccable use of light and shadow.