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Portrait de l'auteur

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A renowned French portraitist and curator. Discover the elegant works of Charles Matet today.

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Portrait de l'auteur

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Artist Biography

A Life in Montpellier

Born in Montpellier, France, Charles Paulin François Matet was a painter, lithographer, teacher, and curator. He began his artistic training under his father, Antoine François Matet, before moving to Paris to study under Louis Hersent. A prominent figure in the art scene of Montpellier, he served as a professor at the school of fine arts in the city starting in 1827. In 1837, he succeeded François-Xavier Fabre as the curator of the Musée Fabre, a position he held until his death in 1870. His contributions to the arts were recognized when he was named a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor in 1857.

Artistic Legacy and Works

Matet was primarily a portraitist, capturing hundreds of portraits of members of high society in Languedoc, alongside various genre scenes. His work has been exhibited at the Salon between 1824 and 1869. His diverse body of work includes:

As a teacher, he instructed many students, including Alexandre Cabanel, Ernest Michel, and Alfred Bruyas.

Charles Matet

Charles Matet

1791 - 1870 , France

Quick Facts

  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
    • Alexandre Cabanel
    • Ernest Michel
    • Alfred Bruyas
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Louis Hersent']
  • Full Name: Charles Paulin François Matet
  • Nationality: French
  • Notable Artworks:
    • Portrait of a woman
    • Self-portrait
    • The Velvet Jacket
    • Still life of fruit
  • Place Of Birth: Montpellier, France
  • Date Of Birth: 1791
  • Date Of Death: 1870
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