1840
Self-portrait (Adèle Ferrand, 1840)
Adèle Ferrand (1817–1848) made Self-portrait. It dates from 1840. It is kept at Musée Léon-Dierx in Saint-Denis, France. It measures 41 × 30 cm.
- 1840
- 41 × 30 cm
- Musée Léon-Dierx, Saint-Denis
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StatsSelf-portrait, in brief
- Title
- Self-portrait
- Artist
- Adèle Ferrand (1817–1848)
- Artist born in
- Nancy, France
- Date
- 1840
- Dimensions
- 41 × 30 cm
- Where to see it
- Musée Léon-Dierx, Saint-Denis, France
Which museum holds Self-portrait?
Musée Léon-Dierx
Saint-Denis, France
Origins and History of the Museum The Musée Léon-Dierx emerged in 1911 through the dedicated efforts of two Reunion Islanders, Georges Athénas and Aimé Merlo. These two men operated under the shared pseudonym of Marius and Ary Leblond. Their vision was realized through a public campaign designed to gather works for the institution.
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Adèle Ferrand, Self-portrait (1840), Musée Léon-Dierx. Public domain.
Questions on Self-portrait, answered
Where can I see the original "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand?
"Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand is on display at the Musée Léon-Dierx, Saint-Denis, France. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
What is the creation date of "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand?
"Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand was created in 1840.
How big is the original "Self-portrait"?
The recorded dimensions of "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand are 41.0 x 30.0cm. Reproductions can be ordered in other sizes while keeping the same proportions.
Is "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand in the public domain?
"Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Which artist is "Self-portrait" attributed to?
The artist behind "Self-portrait" is Adèle Ferrand. The work is catalogued under Adèle Ferrand's name.
At what age did Adèle Ferrand make "Self-portrait"?
Adèle Ferrand made "Self-portrait" at the age of 23. The artist was born in 1817 and the work is dated 1840.
What explains the copyright situation of "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand?
The copyright status of "Self-portrait" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1848.
Is "Self-portrait" by Adèle Ferrand kept in the artist's home country?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of Adèle Ferrand is France, and the museum holding the original of "Self-portrait" is in France.
About the artist, Adèle Ferrand
1817–1848, France
Adèle Ferrand
The Short Arc of a Romantic Talent To look at the surviving works of Adèle Ferrand is to witness a career truncated by tragedy before it could reach its full maturity. Born in Nancy, she emerged as a practitioner of the Romantic school, demonstrating a technical command that earned her regular placement in the Paris Salon starting in 1837. Her presence in the French art scene was not accidental; it was built on rigorous training under figures such as Le Poittevin and the Belgian historical painter Louis Gallait. She possessed the ability to handle both genre scenes and portraits with a directness that avoided unnecessary flourish.
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