Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier Collection

Study of a Seated Cavalier Reading, c1870. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Study of a Seated Cavalier Reading, c1870

Standing Portrait of the Painter Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, between 1878 and 1879. Creator: Vincenzo Gemito
Standing Portrait of the Painter Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, between 1878 and 1879

The Man-At-Arms, after J.L.E. Meissonier, 1857, c1880-83. Creator: C.H Toussaint
'The Man-At-Arms, after J.L.E. Meissonier'. 1857. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

The Brothers Van De Velde, after J.L.E. Meissonier, c1880-83. Creator: A Gerard Darbiche
'The Brothers Van De Velde, after J.L.E. Meissonier'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Napoeon III. at Solferino, after J.L.E. Meissonier, c1880-83. Creator: Auguste Boulard
'Napoeon III. at Solferino, after J.L.E. Meissonier'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, c1880-83. Creator: Charles Courtry
'Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

A French Hussar, c. 1865. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
A French Hussar, c. 1865

Bachelor, artist's horse, 1871. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Bachelor, artist's horse, 1871

Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891) From The Review of Reviews, published 1891 (engraving)
2603457 Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891) From The Review of Reviews, published 1891 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: French Classicist painter and sculptor.)

Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, 1890 (b / w photo)
1730147 Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, 1890 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier (21 February 1815 - 31 January 1891)

Cuirassier with Drawn Sword, modeled c. 1875 (cast after 1891)

The Defense of Paris, 1870 / 71. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
The Defense of Paris, 1870/71

A Man of War; Un Homme de Guerre, (oil on panel)
823411 A Man of War; Un Homme de Guerre, (oil on panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 40x28.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Man of War; Un Homme de Guerre)

Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, the Eminent French Painter (engraving)
1062262 Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, the Eminent French Painter (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier)

Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, French painter (chromolitho)
1093455 Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, French painter (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier, French painter)

Cover of Le Petit Journal, 28 Febuary 1891 (coloured engraving)
960268 Cover of Le Petit Journal, 28 Febuary 1891 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover of Le Petit Journal, 28 Febuary 1891)

Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier (colour litho)
613654 Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier (colour litho) by Chartran, Theobald (1849-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier, A great French painter, 1 May 1880)

The Card Players, 1865 (oil on panel)
1197558 The Card Players, 1865 (oil on panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 22.2x18.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Meissonier (engraving)
1602830 Meissonier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meissonier. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 February 1891)

The Lute Player, 1887 (oil on panel)
827498 The Lute Player, 1887 (oil on panel) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); 30.5x22.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lute Player. Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891)

Horseman in a Storm, c. 1880-1885 / cast after 1891. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Horseman in a Storm, c. 1880-1885/cast after 1891

SocieteNationale des Beaux-Arts: Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier and Pierre Puvis
Societe Nationale des Beaux-Arts: Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier and Pierre Puvis de Chavannes [obverse], 1890

Halbardier, 1895. Creator: Alfred Boilot
Halbardier, 1895

Portrait of I. L. Ernst Meissonier, 1884. Creator: Charles Courtry
Portrait of I.L. Ernst Meissonier, 1884

The Sign Painter (Le Peintre d Enseignes), 19th century

Letter to Samuel P. Avery with a drawing of a military figure, 1880

1807, Friedland, ca. 1861-75. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
1807, Friedland, ca. 1861-75

A General and His Aide-de-camp, 1869. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
A General and His Aide-de-camp, 1869

Soldier Playing the Theorbo, 1865. Creator: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Soldier Playing the Theorbo, 1865

Napoleons retreat to the Berezina, 1812, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Napoleons retreat to the Berezina, 1812, (1936). Napoleons Ruckzug An Der Beresina, 1812. French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) riding a white horse at the head of his army

Charge of the French Cuirassiers, (late 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Charge of the French Cuirassiers, (late 19th century). Engraving after 1807, Friedland, a painting made c1861-1875, of the Battle of Friedland (14 June 1807)

1814 - Campaign of France, (1896). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) riding a white horse at the head of his army, retreating towards Soissons after the defeat at the battle of Laon in northern France

Staff-Officer Reconnoitering, 1896. Scene from the Napoleonic Wars, 1803-1815. Typogravure after the painting by Meissonier. From Life of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume IV, by William Milligan Sloane

Napoleon and His Staff, 1896. Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) with his army. Engraving after the painting made in 1868 by Meissonier

1807 - Friedland, (1896). The Battle of Friedland, 14 June 1807, was a major engagement of the Napoleonic Wars between the armies of the French Empire commanded by Napoleon I

Moreau and His Chief of Staff, Major Dessoles, 1800, (1876), (1896). The Battle of Hohenlinden, (Germany), 3 December 1800

The Print Collector, c1850, (c1915). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
The Print Collector, c1850, (c1915). From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

L Attente, 1857, (c1915). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
L Attente, 1857, (c1915). From Famous Pictures of the World, c1900

Napoleon during French Campaign of 1814, 1864, (c1915). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Napoleon during French Campaign of 1814, 1864, (c1915). From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

Le Retour A La Maison, 1867, (1923). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Le Retour A La Maison, 1867. From The Connoisseur Vol LXV [Otto Limited, London, 1923.]

Jean Louis Ernest Meissonnier, French painter and sculptor, 1880. Meissonier (1815-1891) was famous for his military paintings depicting Napoleon and his armies

The Print Collector, 1908-1909. Artist: A Alexander
The Print Collector, 1908-1909. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 14, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1908-1909)

A musketeer, c1600-c1650 (1908-1909). From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, Volume 14, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London)

Napoleon III at the Battle of Solferino, 1859, (1893). Artist: John L Stoddard
Napoleon III at the Battle of Solferino, 1859, (1893). Painting done in 1863 of the battle fought on 24 June 1859. Illustration from Portfolio of Photographs of Famous Cities, Scenes and Paintings

Annibal, 1860, (1938). Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
Annibal, 1860, (1938). The picture depicts the French actor Francis Joseph Regnier in character as The Signor Annibale in Emile Augiers play, L Aventuriere [The Adventuress]

The Man at Arms, c1880-1882. Artist: Henri Toussaint
The Man at Arms, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

The House in Paris, from the Boulevard Malesherbes, c1880-1882. Artist: Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier
The House in Paris, from the Boulevard Malesherbes, c1880-1882. A print from Modern Artists, prepared under the direction of FG Dumas, JS Virtue and Co, London, c1880-1882

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Jean-Louis Ernest Meissonier (1815-1891) was a renowned French painter who left an indelible mark on the art world. His talent and dedication to his craft are evident in the various works attributed to him. From The Review of Reviews, published in 1891, we see an engraving that captures the essence of Meissonier's artistic prowess. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy. In a black and white photograph taken in 1890, Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier himself is portrayed. The image offers us a glimpse into the face behind the masterpieces, allowing us to connect with the man behind the brush. One such masterpiece is "Cuirassier with Drawn Sword, " modeled around 1875 and cast after his passing in 1891. This sculpture showcases Meissonier's ability to capture movement and emotion through three-dimensional artistry. "The Defense of Paris" painted during 1870/71 exemplifies Meissonier's historical significance as it depicts a pivotal moment in France's history. Through this artwork, he immortalizes bravery and resilience amidst conflict. "A Man of War; Un Homme de Guerre" portrays another facet of Meissonier's versatility as an artist. This oil painting on panel delves into themes of strength and masculinity while showcasing his mastery over light and shadow. A bronze portrait aptly titled "Portrait of Meissonier" pays homage to this eminent French painter by capturing his likeness for future generations to appreciate. It stands as a tribute to both his skillful technique and influential contributions. Various engravings further highlight Jean Louis Ernest Meissonier's impact on society at large. From depictions featured on Le Petit Journal cover page to chromolithographs showcasing him at work or simply posing for portraits - each piece reinforces his status as one of France’s most celebrated artists.