A Footman Sleeping
The Met
Artist: Charles Bargue(French, Paris 1825/26–1883 Paris)
Date: 1871
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 13 3/4 x 10 1/4 in. (34.9 x 26 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Stephen Whitney Phoenix, 1881
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A man in an ornate suit sits slumped on a carved wooden bench, surrounded by his equipment
Detailed Description
An oil painting depicts a man in an elaborate ornate suit, slumped on a dark, ornately carved wooden bench. The man, with reddish-brown hair, has his head bowed, looking downwards. His right arm rests on his leg, while his left arm is bent, with his hand resting on the bench. He wears a dark blue jacket with extensive gold and red embroidery, a white ruffled shirt, bright yellow breeches tied with red bows at the knees, white stockings, and black loafers. To the left of the man, on the bench, is a silver-colored hat, and on the floor, a pair of white gloves. To the right of the man, a large, dark, studded leather chair is visible. Next to the chair, a dark, folded cape or fabric, a sword, and a brass brazier-like object are arranged on the floor. The background above the bench features a dark wall with subtle floral patterns. Above this, a painting shows the lower half of two figures in flowing robes. The overall color palette is dark and rich, with deep browns, blues, and reds contrasting with the man's yellow breeches and white shirt.
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