Adolphe Pierre Riffaut

Adolphe Pierre Riffaut was an artist active during the second quarter of the 19th century, with documented work spanning the years 1828 to 1848. His known output consists primarily of prints, a medium in which six examples are currently represented in major museum collections.

Riffaut's subjects often addressed historical figures and narrative scenes, reflecting the popular tastes of the mid-nineteenth century. Key works include multiple versions of the historical study Mary, Queen of Scots, the dramatic scene Salvator Rosa among the Brigands, and the biography-focused piece The Childhood of Paolo Veronese, from "L'Artiste". The latter suggests Riffaut was associated with contemporary art publications, such as L'Artiste.

Today, the historical significance of Riffaut’s legacy is established through its preservation at institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Six of Adolphe Pierre Riffaut's prints are preserved in museum holdings, providing insight into the reproductive print market of the period. Many of these historical images, representing high-quality prints from the era, are available today as downloadable artwork for study and enjoyment.