Robert Jacques Louis Lefevre Collection
Robert Jacques Louis Lefevre was a renowned French artist known for his exceptional portraits of prominent figures during the Napoleonic era
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Robert Jacques Louis Lefevre was a renowned French artist known for his exceptional portraits of prominent figures during the Napoleonic era. His talent and attention to detail are evident in his masterpieces, such as "Napoleon the Great, Emperor of the French, King of Italy" created in 1806. In this captivating painting, Lefevre captures Napoleon's commanding presence and regal aura. Lefevre also immortalized other notable individuals like Nicolas Charles Oudinot and Pierre Augereau in their military glory through his works "Nicolas Charles Oudinot" (1839) and "Pierre Augereau" (1839). The intricate brushstrokes bring these brave warriors to life on canvas. One of Lefevre's remarkable creations is the portrait of Anne-Jean-Marie-Rene Savary - Duke of Rovigo painted in 1814. This piece showcases not only the subject's physical features but also hints at his complex personality through subtle details skillfully rendered by Lefevre. Marshal Charles-Pierre-Francois Augereau, Duke of Castiglione, is another distinguished figure captured by Lefevre around 1800. The artist expertly portrays both power and vulnerability within Marshal Augereau's countenance. Lefevre's artistic prowess extends beyond military figures; he also depicted political leaders like Hugues-Bernard Maret, Duke of Bassano, with great finesse in c1800. Through careful brushwork and shading techniques employed by T Johnson when reproducing this masterpiece later on, Maret comes alive on canvas. Another notable work is "Marie-Pauline Bonaparte - Madame Leclerc, " where Lefevre beautifully captures her elegance as Princess Borghese circa 1806. The attention to detail reveals her refined beauty while showcasing Lefevre's ability to capture the essence of his subjects.