Sébastien Bourdon
1616–1671 · French · 20 artworks
BaroqueClassicismtenebrismdynamic compositionclassical draperyportrait likenessallegorical symbolism
artist bio
Sébastien Bourdon was a French painter and engraver, primarily active in Paris and Sweden. He is known for his eclectic style, drawing inspiration from both Baroque and Classical traditions, and for his contributions to portraiture and history painting.
what you'll learn
Studying Bourdon's work allows students to explore the synthesis of Baroque drama and Classical restraint, and to analyze the techniques of portraiture and historical narrative in 17th-century painting. Students can learn about composition, color theory, and the depiction of emotion through gesture and expression.
related: Nicolas Poussin, Charles Le Brun, Peter Paul Rubens
20 artworks
King Charles X Gustav of Sweden
1653
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Self-portrait in a black coat
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The Adoration of the Magi
1645
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Portrait of a prelate
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Le crucifiement de Saint Pierre
1643
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The Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and the infant Saint John the Baptist
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Portrait of a Man
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Queen Christina of Sweden
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Le Camp de Bohémiens
1650
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The Fall of Simon Magus
1657
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Portrait of a medalist, half-length
1668
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Bourgmestre hollandais
1650
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A Scene from Roman History
1645
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Moses and the Brazen Serpent
1654
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Portrait of the Field Lord
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Equestrian portrait of Christina, Queen of Sweden
1653
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Portrait of a gentleman
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The Beggars
1640
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Presumed Portrait of René Descartes
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Portrait of Ebba Sparre
1653
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