Jean Baptiste ISABEY (Nancy 1767 - Paris 1855). ( Attributed - Lot 312

Jean Baptiste ISABEY (Nancy 1767 - Paris 1855). ( Attributed to). "Entrevue D'Erfurt". Pen drawing and ink wash. Mottling. Size: 13 x 16 cm. Jean-Baptiste Isabey is an eminent French artist, born April 11, 1767 in Nancy, France . He is best known for his work as a miniature portraitist during important historical periods, notably the First Empire and the Congress of Vienna. Isabey came from a merchant family and began his artistic training in Nancy, where he studied with local artists Jean Girardet and Claudot. In 1785, he moved to Paris to pursue his career, working with the famous miniaturist François Dumont. Throughout his career, Isabey became renowned for his ability to capture portraits of society's leading figures. He became the portraitist of many influential figures across Europe, particularly during the Napoleonic era. His works often featured intricate detail and vivid colors, highlighting his talent for miniature painting.