Neglected Statue (Hubert Robert)
Hubert Robert (1733–1808) made Neglected Statue. It is kept at Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Neglected Statue, in brief
- Title
- Neglected Statue
- Artist
- Hubert Robert (1733–1808)
- Artist born in
- Paris, France
- Where to see it
- Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Which museum holds Neglected Statue?
Hermitage Museum
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Origins and History of the Hermitage Museum The Hermitage Museum began in 1764. Its foundation traces back to the acquisition of a collection of 225 paintings from the Berlin merchant Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky. Catherine the Great initiated this collection, establishing the museum's presence in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
High-resolution images of Neglected Statue
Hubert Robert, Neglected Statue, Hermitage Museum. Public domain.
Questions on Neglected Statue, answered
Which museum holds the original "Neglected Statue"?
"Neglected Statue" by Hubert Robert is on display at the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
Is "Neglected Statue" free of copyright?
The copyright answer for "Neglected Statue" by Hubert Robert: the work is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This determines whether reproductions of the image may be freely made.
Who created "Neglected Statue"?
"Neglected Statue" was created by Hubert Robert. The information on this page describes Hubert Robert's original work.
Is "Neglected Statue" by Hubert Robert in the public domain, and why?
"Neglected Statue" by Hubert Robert is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Hubert Robert died in 1808.
Did "Neglected Statue" stay in its artist's homeland?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. Hubert Robert was born in France, and the original "Neglected Statue" is held in a museum in Russia.
About the artist, Hubert Robert
1733–1808, France
Hubert Robert
Early Life, Family and Artistic Training Born in Paris in 1733, Hubert Robert entered a world where his family's social standing was tied to the service of others. His father, Nicolas Robert, held a position within the household of a prominent figure, a connection that would eventually facilitate the young man's movement through the upper echelons of French society. This early stability provided the foundation for a formal education, which he pursued through the structured environment of the Collège de Navarre. By 1751, he had completed his studies under the Jesuits, gaining a disciplined intellectual background before turning his attention to the visual arts.