Charles Picart

Charles Picart was a printmaker active in the early 19th century, with his documented professional activity spanning the period from 1807 to 1827. Picart's known work consists primarily of highly detailed portraits focusing on historical and literary figures, suggesting a specialization in commissioned illustrations or high-quality prints for publication.

Five of Charles Picart’s prints are currently represented in major museum collections internationally, establishing the artist's enduring significance in the history of graphic arts. His preserved works demonstrate a focus on diverse subjects, including the royal portraits Portret van Mu'izz Ud-Din Sultan and Portret van Muhi Ud-Din Sultan. Picart also produced known depictions of major historical European figures, such as two versions of Mary, Queen of Scots and the literary figure William Shakespeare.

The recognized quality of Charles Picart prints has ensured their preservation in the permanent holdings of prestigious institutions. Today, examples of his work are held by both the Rijksmuseum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Because many such historical items are entering the public domain, these high-quality prints have become accessible resources for scholars and researchers.