Skull of a Cow (1816)

Jean-Bernard Duvivier was a notable Flemish painter, drawer, book illustrator, and professor. His artistic journey included instruction from Hubert, Paul de Cock, and Suvée, followed by an enriching six-year study period in Italy. Duvivier's oeuvre predominantly featured portraits, historical, and religious subjects, reflecting a deep engagement with the artistic movements and cultural themes of his time. His skill in portraiture was particularly distinguished, often capturing the status and personality of his subjects with meticulous attention to detail, as seen in his works like the portrait of Madame Tallien. Additionally, his role as a professor at the Normal School in Paris and his contributions as a book illustrator demonstrate his multifaceted engagement with the art world of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.