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Portrait of a boy, said to be Mozarts son, 1787 (crayon and chalk)
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Portrait of a boy, said to be Mozarts son, 1787 (crayon and chalk)
DEC84549 Portrait of a boy, said to be Mozarts son, 1787 (crayon and chalk) by Trinquesse, Joseph (b.1749); 10x10 cm; Gerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum, London; eGerald Coke Handel Collection, Foundling Museum; French, out of copyright
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a boy, said to be Mozart's son" takes us back to the year 1787. Created by Joseph Trinquesse using crayon and chalk, this small print measures just 10x10 cm but holds immense historical significance. The young boy in the picture is believed to be Karl Thomas, the son of the legendary composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. With his round face and delicate features, he exudes an air of innocence and curiosity that captures our attention. Dressed in a wig typical of the era, this child seems lost in thought as if contemplating his own musical destiny. The connection between father and son is palpable through their shared passion for music. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was renowned for his genius compositions during this period, making it all the more intriguing to imagine how much influence he may have had on young Karl Thomas. As we gaze at this exquisite artwork from London's Foundling Museum collection, we are reminded not only of Mozart's brilliance but also of the profound impact he left on future generations. This portrait serves as a testament to both his artistic legacy and his role as a loving father. Trinquesse masterfully captures not only the physical likeness of Karl Thomas but also hints at his potential as a musician himself. It is through pieces like these that we can delve deeper into history and gain insight into the lives behind great composers like Mozart - their joys, struggles, and enduring legacies.
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