Arouet Francois Marie Collection
Arouet François-Marie, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prominent French writer and philosopher of the 18th century
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Arouet François-Marie, known by his pen name Voltaire, was a prominent French writer and philosopher of the 18th century. His influence on the Enlightenment movement cannot be overstated. In "Le Dejeuner de Voltaire a Ferney" or "Le Souper des Philosophes, " we catch a glimpse of Voltaire's intellectual gatherings with fellow philosophers during his time in Ferney. The portrait "Voltaire Seen in Profile" by Jean Huber captures the essence of this enigmatic figure, showcasing his sharp features and piercing gaze. Another artwork, "Study for Vignette in Voltaires 'La Pucelle d'Orleans', " reveals Voltaire's creative genius as he delves into writing poetry. One cannot ignore the impact that Voltaire had on society, as depicted in the powerful image titled "Triomphe de Voltaire. " This furnishing fabric from Nantes showcases scenes celebrating his triumphs and contributions to literature and philosophy. The carved bust of Voltaire by Joseph Goldberg immortalizes him through sculpture, capturing both his intellect and wit. Similarly, Pierre Michel Alix's depictions of him in various artworks such as "F. M. Arouet de Voltaire" and simply titled "Voltaire" pay homage to this influential thinker. As time went on, even after his passing, artists continued to commemorate Voltaire's legacy. An unknown artist created an evocative portrait titled simply "Voltaire, " while Francisco Goya included Plate 77 from Los Caprichos: What one does to another (Unos aotros. ) which portrays societal injustices reminiscent of themes explored by the great philosopher himself. Augustin de Saint-Aubin contributed two notable works - one depicting an encounter between Fréron et la Beaumelle with our protagonist called "Voltaire Freron et la Beaumelle, " while another piece is a poignant portrayal aptly named "Portrait of Voltaire.