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Louis Léopold Boilly Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Louis Léopold Boilly · 1761 – 1845

Game of Billiards

1807 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 56 x 81 cm

Louis Léopold Boilly (1761-1845) was a prominent French painter renowned for his prolific output of portraits and genre scenes documenting the vibrant middle class life of his time. His innovative use of trompe-l’œil technique cemented his legacy as a pioneer in artistic illusionism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Portrait of a Boy

1805 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 72 x 59 cm

A charming 1805 portrait by Louis Léopold Boilly depicts a stylish boy in Mamluk warrior emulation, clutching toys amidst an opulent Parisian scene – discover this delightful piece and bring its timeless elegance into your home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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antoine vincent arnault

The Louvre, Paris

Admire 'Antoine Vincent Arnault,' a captivating portrait by Louis-Lopold Boilly. This elegant oil painting showcases a gentleman's poise and features rich colors, soft lighting, and neoclassical details – a true masterpiece of 19th-century French art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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L'entrée du théâtre de l'ambigu comique à une représentation gratis

The Louvre, Paris

Discover "L'entrée du théâtre de l'Ambigu-Comique," a vibrant 1819 painting by Louis Léopold Boilly depicting Parisian social life with lively theatergoers. Explore the scene and artist's legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Madame Arnault de Gorse

The Louvre, Paris

Admire "Madame Arnault de Gorse" by Louis Léopold Boilly – a stunning portrait capturing Parisian elegance from 1800. A masterpiece of realism and social commentary.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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LES AMATEURS D'ESTAMPES

The Louvre, Paris

Admire 'Les Amateurs d'Estampes,' a captivating Neoclassical Realist painting by Louis Léopold Boilly. Witness three figures engrossed in examining prints, capturing a moment of shared artistic appreciation.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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MONSIEUR ARNAULT DE GORSE

The Louvre, Paris

Admire 'Monsieur Arnault de Gorse' by Louis-Lopold Boilly – a captivating 18th-century portrait showcasing refined elegance and artistic mastery. A timeless piece of French art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Gabrielle Arnault

The Louvre, Paris

Explore Louis Léopold Boilly's captivating portrait of Gabrielle Arnault—a tender depiction capturing warmth and intimacy within the refined Parisian society of his era.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Scène de cabaret

The Louvre, Paris

A lively gathering of Parisian society unfolds in Louis Léopold Boilly’s Scène de cabaret, a masterpiece of early 19th-century French Realism that invites you to bring this vibrant moment of history into your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Gabrielle Arnault as a Child

1815 · The Louvre, Paris · original 21 x 16 cm

Admire Louis Léopold Boilly's masterpiece – Gabrielle Arnault as a Child (1815)! This exquisite oil painting captures a tender moment with a young girl and her cat, showcasing Boilly’s meticulous detail & serene style.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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MONSIEUR HUBERT

The Louvre, Paris

Admire Monsieur Hubert, a captivating Neoclassical portrait by Louis Léopold Boilly capturing Parisian elegance in 1800s France. This meticulously detailed bust-length painting offers a timeless study of character and refined taste – discover or own this exquisite artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Joseph Reade

1825 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven

Discover Louis Léopold Boilly (1761-1845), the master of French portraiture & genre scenes! Explore his detailed depictions of 18th/19th century life.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Caroline Mortier de Trévise

1810 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 22.3 x 16.5cm

This intimate Neoclassical portrait by Boilly captures a young girl with soft light. Shop this exquisite hand-painted reproduction today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Pierre Paul Royer Collard

The Louvre, Paris

Admire 'Pierre Paul Royer-Collard' by Louis Léopold Boilly – a captivating Neoclassical portrait capturing the elegance and status of a gentleman from 18th-century France.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Nature morte en trompe l'œil

The Louvre, Paris

Discover Louis Léopold Boilly's 'Nature morte en trompe l’œil'! This captivating painting employs illusionistic techniques, creating a layered scene of art and everyday life – a masterful example of 18th-century French artistry.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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The Visit Returned

1789 · Wallace Collection, London · original 45 x 55 cm

Louis-Léopold Boilly's "The Visit Returned" (1789) captures a Parisian scene with three women, showcasing the artist’s meticulous detail and social commentary. A charming portrait of 18th-century life.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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L'oiseau privé, dit le couple et l'oiseau envolé

The Louvre, Paris

This painting by Louis Léopold Boilly exemplifies Neoclassicism, portraying a domestic scene featuring a couple observing a birdcage – a poignant symbol of love and freedom within 18th-century Parisian life.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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L'averse

The Louvre, Paris

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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A Vase of Flowers

Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge · original 46 x 34 cm

Admire Boilly’s ‘A Vase of Flowers’! This exquisite 18th-century French painting showcases vibrant roses & blooms in a stunning display. A timeless piece by Louis Léopold Boilly – perfect for art lovers.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Meeting of Artists in Isabey's Studio

1798 · The Louvre, Paris · original 72 x 111 cm

Discover 'Meeting of Artists,' a captivating 1798 painting by Louis Boilly. This lively scene depicts artists and patrons in Isabey's studio, showcasing French society & artistic life with meticulous detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Distribution de vin et de comestibles aux Champs Elysées

1822 · Carnavalet Museum, Paris

Experience 'Distribution de vin...' by Boilly! A vibrant 1822 painting capturing Parisian life during the Fête du Roi, showcasing a bustling crowd and royal distribution. Explore French realism at the Musée Carnavalet.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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A young Woman mocking an elderly Admirer

The Ashmolean Museum of Art And Archaeology, Oxford · original 42 x 32 cm

Experience 'A Young Woman Mocking an Elderly Admirer' by Boilly! This captivating painting depicts Parisian society with wit and charm, showcasing a vibrant scene of social interaction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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MADAME NICOLAS VINCENT ARNAULT

The Louvre, Paris

A dignified Neoclassical portrait of Madame Nicolas Vincent Arnault by Louis Léopold Boilly captures a sense of quiet composure through meticulous detail and soft lighting, inviting you to explore this timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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Louis Arnault

The Louvre, Paris

Delve into the serene beauty of Louis Léopold Boilly's 'Louis Arnault,' a Neoclassical portrait capturing innocence and companionship amidst muted earth tones. Explore its meticulous detail and subtle symbolism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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The Sorrows of Love

1790 · Wallace Collection, London · original 45 x 55 cm

Capture the intimate Parisian society scene from 1790 with this detailed genre painting by Louis Léopold Boilly; discover a glimpse into elegant life today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 203 artworks by Louis Léopold Boilly
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The artist

Louis Léopold Boilly

1761 – 1845

Quick facts

Room fitliving room
Movementsneoclassicism
Top 3 worksGame of Billiards, Portrait of a Boy, antoine vincent arnault
Best occasionsaccent, statement
Typical colorsespresso
Museums on APSLos Angeles County Museum of Art, Kunstmuseum Basel, The Louvre, Yale University Art Gallery, Petit Palais
Corpus themessocial commentary, neoclassical ideals, french middle class life, neoclassical influence, neoclassical elegance
Copyright statusPublic domain

Biography

Louis Léopold Boilly: A Life in Portraiture and Parisian Society

Born: July 5, 1761, La Bassée, France
Died: January 4, 1845, Paris, France

Early Life and Artistic Development

Boilly's artistic journey began early; he produced works as young as twelve. Largely self-taught, his initial training included trompe-l’oeil painting under Dominique Doncre.
His talent was recognized by the Augustinians of Douai in 1774, leading to an invitation from the Bishop of Arras. This period saw him create over three hundred small portrait paintings.
Early works often featured amorous and moralizing subjects, demonstrating a developing skill in capturing likenesses and details.

Artistic Style and Key Works

Style: Boilly's style is characterized by meticulous detail, careful coloring, and a focus on depicting everyday life within the French middle class. He skillfully blended portraiture with genre scenes.
Evolution: After 1794, his compositions became more crowded, reflecting the bustling social scene of Paris. His portraits gained widespread acclaim, with over 5,000 painted throughout his career.
Notable Works:

The Suitor's Gift – An early work showcasing amorous themes and meticulous detail.
Triumph of Marat – A patriotic piece created to avoid condemnation during the Reign of Terror.
The Arrival of a Mail-Coach in the Courtyard of the Messageries – A vibrant depiction of Parisian life and transportation.

Optical Illusions: Boilly was fascinated by optics, as demonstrated in works like *Un Trompe-l'œil*, which introduced the term to describe his technique of creating realistic imagery that mimics three-dimensional objects.

Recognition and Legacy

Salon Success: Boilly received a medal from the Paris Salon in 1804, solidifying his reputation as a skilled artist.
Honors: He was decorated as a Chevalier of the Légion d'Honneur in 1833, recognizing his contributions to French art.
Family Influence: His son, Alphonse Boilly, became a professional engraver and apprenticed in New York with Asher Brown Durand.
Historical Significance: Boilly’s work provides invaluable insights into the social customs, fashion, and daily life of the French middle class during a period of significant political upheaval. He is remembered as one of France's most celebrated portraitists and genre painters.

Museum Holdings

Musée des Beaux Arts, Lille: Holds Triumph of Marat among other works.
Louvre Museum: Features selections from Boilly’s extensive oeuvre.
National Gallery of Art (Washington D.C.): Possesses several paintings including *Self-Portrait*, *Les Amateurs de Tableaux* and *The Public in the Salon of the Louvre, Viewing the Painting of the "Sacre"*.
Getty Museum: Holds a collection of Boilly's works.

Questions & Answers

What moods do Louis Léopold Boilly's artworks express?

Louis Léopold Boilly's works can be browsed by mood on the artist's Mood Room page, which arranges the artworks by their recorded moods.

Is there a 3D virtual tour of Louis Léopold Boilly's works?

Louis Léopold Boilly's artworks can be seen in a 3D gallery on the artist's 3D Museum page.

How do I find works by Louis Léopold Boilly on a specific theme?

The By Keywords page of Louis Léopold Boilly groups the artist's artworks by their keywords.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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