François Nicolas Chifflart

François Nicolas Chifflart was active as an artist during the period spanning 1845 to 1881. His known output, represented in major museum collections, consists almost entirely of graphic work, including twelve documented prints and one drawing. While documentation is limited regarding any François Nicolas Chifflart paintings, his verifiable legacy is anchored in his work as a printmaker.

Chifflart’s graphic works are preserved in significant international institutions, notably the Rijksmuseum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. These holdings offer a view into his range of compositions, which include the conceptual pieces Allegorie and Famille, the dramatic subjects Surprise and The Flood, and the geographically defined piece Campagne de Rome.

The preservation of these historical documents ensures the accessibility of his work for study. Many of these François Nicolas Chifflart prints are available today as high-quality prints via digital museum initiatives, demonstrating the enduring museum-quality of his preserved graphic output.