plate no. 9882

Josef de Jaudenes y Nebot

oilRococoportraitportraitfiguremanclothingtableinterior

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions, rendering of fabrics and textures, and creating a sense of depth and form through careful value control. It also provides practice in painting intricate details and decorative elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figure and background.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background, focusing on the overall tonal values.
step 03
Begin to develop the figure, starting with the head and face, paying close attention to accurate proportions and subtle value changes.
step 04
Lay in the basic colors of the clothing, establishing the overall form and folds.
step 05
Add details to the clothing, including the embroidery, lace, and buttons, using fine brushes and careful brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the background, adding details such as the books and drapery.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension throughout the painting.
step 08
Apply final glazes to unify the colors and create a smooth, polished finish.

color palette

primary · red · black · white · green

secondary · gold · grey · ivory

Achieve the red hues by mixing a crimson or scarlet with white and a touch of yellow ochre. Create the blacks by mixing ivory black with a touch of burnt umber. The greens are created by mixing blues and yellows, and adjusting with white or brown for value.

techniques