Célestin François Nanteuil

Célestin François Nanteuil was an artist whose documented career spanned the years 1823 to 1842. His preserved output, as reflected in institutional holdings, demonstrates a strong focus on graphic media.

The artist's representation in museum collections includes five prints, two drawings, and a single painting. The graphic works provide the primary insight into Nanteuil’s style and subject matter, encompassing genre scenes and complex narrative compositions.

The significance of the work is established by its inclusion in international institutions, notably the Rijksmuseum and the Cleveland Museum of Art. Documented compositions range from domestic portrayals, such as On the Balcony and Seated Man and Woman, to dramatic or symbolic narratives like The Robber from the Mountain. A particularly detailed print is Engel zwevend boven een monument voor Victor Hugo, Alfred de Musset, Pierre-Jean de Béranger en Alphonse de Lamartine.

The substantial record of Célestin François Nanteuil prints preserved across these collections illustrates the artist’s activity during the early nineteenth century. This historical artwork, now frequently in the public domain, ensures that high-quality prints and images of Nanteuil’s work remain available for research and appreciation.