Liotard Jean Etienne Collection
Jean-Etienne Liotard, a renowned Swiss artist of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating and diverse body of work
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Jean-Etienne Liotard, a renowned Swiss artist of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his captivating and diverse body of work. In his self-portraits, such as "Self-Portrait" from ca. 1778-80 and "Self Portrait as a Young Man" from 1733, Liotard skillfully captures his own essence and personality. Liotard's artistic talents extended beyond self-portraiture to encompass various themes and subjects. In pieces like "Battle of Love and Pan, " "Cupid Astride an Eagle, " and "Triumphant Cupid, " he delves into the realm of mythology, depicting scenes that exude passion, desire, and triumph. One cannot overlook Liotard's ability to capture the beauty of human subjects in portraits like "Portrait of Marie-Therese" by Johann Christoph Reinsperger or "Portrait of Charles Chais" by Jacobus Houbraken. These works showcase Liotard's attention to detail and his talent for conveying not only physical likeness but also the inner essence of his sitters. Liotard's versatility is further evident in pieces like "Apollo and Daphne, " where he masterfully depicts a transformative moment in Greek mythology. His brushstrokes breathe life into this tale of love-turned-pursuit while showcasing his technical prowess. In addition to these notable works, Liotard immortalized prominent figures such as Joseph Second in ca. 1778-79 or Madame Pierre Lullin-Fatio in 1763 after a drawing dated April 1762 by Francois Jalabert. Through these portraits, he captured their unique personalities with precision. Lastly, we must mention Liotard's portrait titled "Portrait of Marthe Marie Tronchin. " This piece showcases both his exceptional skill at capturing human likeness as well as his ability to convey emotion through his subjects' expressions.