early life and training
pierre hubert subleyras, a french painter, was born in 1699 in saint-gilles-du-gard, france. he left his homeland in 1728 to study in rome, where he honed his skills in the late-baroque and early-neoclassic period.
artistic career
subleyras' work was highly regarded by his contemporaries, and he was commissioned by
cardinal valenti gonzaga to paint the mass of st basil for st peter's. he also painted for the elector of saxony,
frederick christian, and was admitted into the accademia di san luca.
notable works
subleyras' portraits are particularly notable, including those of
pope benedict xiv and
cardinal valenti gonzaga. his work can be characterized by its elegance and refinement, reflecting the influences of his time in italy.
museums and collections
subleyras' work can be found in various museums and collections, including those featured on
WahooArt.com's pierre hubert subleyras page. for more information on his art and to explore other artists, visit
the museum san francesco della vigna (italy) or browse through the
timeline of art movements.
- view subleyras' paintings, including his portraits and commissioned works, on WahooArt.com.
- discover more about the accademia di san luca and its notable members.
- explore the collections of the musée baron gérard (france) and its masterpieces.
legacy
subleyras passed away in 1749, leaving behind a legacy of
elegant and refined artworks that continue to inspire art enthusiasts. his contributions to the late-baroque and early-neoclassic period remain a testament to his skill and dedication to the craft.
recommended reading: *
pierre hubert subleyras' biography on WahooArt.com *
nicolas poussin's hagar and the angel (for a deeper understanding of the neoclassic period) *
françois pascal simon gérard's biography (to explore another french painter)
