Jean-Bernard Restout
1732–1797 · French · 8 artworks
RococoAcademicismElegant figure drawingDramatic lightingClassical compositionNarrative clarityUse of color for emotional impact
artist bio
Jean-Bernard Restout was a French painter known for his religious and historical scenes, often executed in the Rococo style. He contributed to the French Academy and helped bridge the gap between the Rococo and Neoclassical periods.
what you'll learn
Studying Restout's work allows students to understand the transition from Rococo to more academic styles, focusing on narrative painting and figure composition. Students can also learn about the use of light and color to convey emotion and drama.
related: Jean-Honore Fragonard, Francois Boucher, Jacques-Louis David
8 artworks
St. Bruno (1030-1101) Praying in the Desert
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Restout Philémon Et Baucis Donnant L'hospitalité À Jupiter Et Mercure
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Jacob asking Laban for his daughter's hand
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Portrait of a man (Jacques Germain Soufflot?)
1764
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Christ in the home of Martha and Mary
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Portrait of Suleiman Aga
1777
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Diogenes Asking for Alms
1767
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Old Tobias gets his sight back
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