Portrait de Jean Duvergier de Hauranne, abbe de Saint Cyran (1581-1643).

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Philippe de Champaigne's "Portrait of Jean Duvergier de Hauranne, Abbe de Saint Cyran" is a notable work by the renowned 17th-century French Baroque painter. Champaigne, known for his precise and realistic style, was a prominent figure in the French art scene and a leading portraitist of his time. This particular painting depicts Jean Duvergier de Hauranne, a significant religious figure and theologian associated with the Jansenist movement, which emphasized original sin, human depravity, and the necessity of divine grace.

The portrait captures Duvergier de Hauranne with a serene and contemplative expression, reflecting his deep intellectual and spiritual life. Champaigne's use of light and shadow highlights the subject's facial features and the texture of his clerical garments, demonstrating the artist's skill in rendering both physical and psychological depth. The background is typically subdued, focusing attention on the sitter, a common technique in Champaigne's portraiture to emphasize the subject's presence and character.

Jean Duvergier de Hauranne was the abbot of Saint-Cyran and a close associate of Cornelius Jansen, whose posthumously published work, "Augustinus," laid the foundation for Jansenism. Duvergier de Hauranne's influence extended to the Port-Royal Abbey, a center for Jansenist thought and education. His theological positions often put him at odds with the Catholic Church hierarchy, leading to his imprisonment by Cardinal Richelieu.

Champaigne's portrait not only serves as a visual record of Duvergier de Hauranne's appearance but also as a testament to his intellectual legacy and the religious controversies of his time. The painting is an excellent example of Champaigne's ability to convey the inner life of his subjects, making it a significant piece in the study of Baroque portraiture and religious history.

This work is housed in various collections, reflecting its historical and artistic importance, and continues to be studied for its contribution to the understanding of both the artist and the subject's impact on 17th-century religious thought.

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