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A giclée print on 200gsm matte fine art paper, using a twelve-colour process for accurate, fade-resistant colour. Supplied unframed, delivered flat or rolled.
Countess Potocka Playing Piano - Paul Delaroche
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A study in ink and wash by Paul Delaroche, capturing the Countess Potocka in a quiet, candlelit moment at the piano.
This work by Paul Delaroche captures a private, domestic moment through the medium of ink and wash. Delaroche, a prominent figure in the French Academic tradition, is often associated with historical subjects, yet this piece demonstrates his ability to render intimate, contemporary scenes with equal precision. The composition focuses on the Countess Potocka, seated in profile at a piano. The artist employs a monochromatic palette, using varying densities of brown wash to create depth and shadow.
The light source, likely a candle placed upon the piano, casts a dramatic shadow of the sitter against the wall behind her. This use of chiaroscuro directs the viewer's attention to the Countess and the delicate placement of her hands upon the keys. The lines are fluid and calligraphic, suggesting a sense of movement and the quiet atmosphere of a musical evening. Delaroche avoids excessive detail, opting instead for a suggestive approach that captures the essence of the scene. The paper texture remains visible, adding a tactile quality to the work.
Delaroche was known for his technical rigour, and this study reflects his mastery of form and light. The work provides a glimpse into the social life of the nineteenth-century aristocracy, where musical performance was a common feature of private gatherings. By stripping away the colour, the artist forces a focus on the structural composition and the interplay between the figure and the surrounding space. This print offers a clear reproduction of the original wash technique, preserving the tonal range and the spontaneous nature of the artist's brushwork. It is a study of concentration and stillness, rendered with the confidence of an experienced draughtsman.
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
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To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Countess Potocka Playing Piano - Paul Delaroche
Ordinarie pris
Från £28.00 GBP
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Från £28.00 GBP
Ordinarie pris
Fine Art Poster / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / -
Artist Biography
Paul Delaroche
Delaroche set The Execution of Lady Jane Grey indoors for maximum drama, even though the real execution took place outdoors at the Tower of London. The model for Jane is thought to have been his mistress, an actress known as Mademoiselle Anais. The painting was lost during the Second World War and remained missing until 1973, when a Tate curator found the canvas rolled up inside another painting while sorting through damaged carpets.
He was born in 1797 in Paris and specialised in English and French history scenes because they sold well. In his own lifetime, his commercial success often exceeded both Ingres and Delacroix. Upon first seeing the daguerreotype in 1839, he reportedly declared: from today, painting is dead.
He married Louise Vernet, daughter of the painter Horace Vernet, in 1835. She was the absorbing passion of his life. She died in 1845, aged thirty-one. He sketched her on her deathbed; the drawing survives at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore. He never recovered from the loss. His later work turned exclusively to religious subjects. He died in 1856.
He was born in 1797 in Paris and specialised in English and French history scenes because they sold well. In his own lifetime, his commercial success often exceeded both Ingres and Delacroix. Upon first seeing the daguerreotype in 1839, he reportedly declared: from today, painting is dead.
He married Louise Vernet, daughter of the painter Horace Vernet, in 1835. She was the absorbing passion of his life. She died in 1845, aged thirty-one. He sketched her on her deathbed; the drawing survives at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore. He never recovered from the loss. His later work turned exclusively to religious subjects. He died in 1856.
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The same fine art print in a solid wood frame with UV-protective acrylic glaze and rigid backing. Five frame colours. Arrives ready to hang.
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