Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin

Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin (2 November 1699 – 6 December 1779) was an 18th-century French painter. He is considered a master of still life. He is also noted for paintings which depict women and children engaged in domestic activities.

Self-portrait, 1771, pastel, Musée du Louvre, Paris.

Gallery

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  Prayer before Meal
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  The Provider
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  The Copper Cistern
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  Still Life with Fish ...
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  Woman at the Cistern
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  House of Cards