Liotard Giovanni Stefano Collection
Jean-Etienne Liotard, a renowned Swiss painter of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite works
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Jean-Etienne Liotard, a renowned Swiss painter of the 18th century, left an indelible mark on the art world with his exquisite works. In his self-portraits, such as "Self-Portrait" from ca. 1778-80 and "Self Portrait as a Young Man" in 1733, Liotard captures himself with remarkable precision and introspection. Liotard's talent 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 explores the realm of love through mythological narratives, depicting scenes filled with passion and desire. One cannot overlook Liotard's ability to capture beauty in his portraits. From Marie-Therese in 1747 to Charles Chais in 1765, he immortalizes individuals with meticulous attention to detail. His portrait of Joseph Second from ca. 1778-79 showcases his skillful rendering of regal figures. Not limited to portraiture alone, Liotard also delves into classical mythology with works like "Apollo and Daphne. " Here, he brings ancient tales to life through his masterful brushstrokes. Collaborating with other artists was not uncommon for Liotard either; Johann Christoph Reinsperger's portrait of Marie-Therese after a drawing by Liotard demonstrates their artistic alliance. Similarly, Jacobus Houbraken portrays Charles Chais based on Liotard's original work. In Francois Jalabert's rendition of Madame Pierre Lullin-Fatio from April 1762 after a drawing dated April 1762 by Liotard himself, we witness another example of collaboration between artist and interpreter. Lastly, Gilles Jacques Petit paints Francois I around 1745 under the influence or inspiration drawn from Jean-Etienne Liotard's style.