Portrait of Ferdinand Guillemardet facts for kids
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| Artist | Francisco Goya  |
| Year | 1798–1799 |
| Medium | oil paint, canvas |
| Dimensions | 186 cm (73 in) × 124 cm (49 in) |
| Location | Louvre |
| Identifiers | Joconde work ID: 000PE022855 Bildindex der Kunst und Architektur ID: 20324885 |
The Portrait of Ferdinand Guillemardet is a famous painting created by the Spanish artist Francisco Goya between 1798 and 1799. This artwork is now displayed at the Louvre museum in Paris, France.
The painting shows Ferdinand Guillemardet, who was the French ambassador to Spain. An ambassador is a special representative sent by one country to another. Guillemardet served in Spain from 1798 to 1800.
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About the Painting
This portrait was first shown to the public in July 1799. It was exhibited at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Spain. This academy is a famous art school and museum.
How Did It Get to the Louvre?
After his time in Spain, Ferdinand Guillemardet took the painting with him to France. Later, his son, Félix Guillemardet, gave the painting to the Louvre. Félix was a friend of another famous artist, Eugène Delacroix. This gift helped the painting become part of one of the world's most important art collections.
Who Was Ferdinand Guillemardet?
Ferdinand Guillemardet was an important person in French politics during his time. He played a role in connecting France and Spain. Being an ambassador meant he helped manage the relationship between the two countries.
Goya's Style in This Portrait
Francisco Goya was a very important Spanish painter. He was known for his unique style. In this portrait, Goya captures Guillemardet's personality. Goya often painted people in a way that showed their true character.
See Also
- List of works by Francisco Goya
In Spanish: Retrato de Ferdinand Guillemardet para niños
