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The 3 artworks by Charles Matet our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 3 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Charles Matet · 1791 – 1870

La main d'Alfred Bruyas

1846 · Musée Fabre, Montpellier · original 25.0 x 20.0cm

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Popularity: No. 1 of 3 artworks by Charles Matet
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Portrait de la première femme de Matet

1850 · Musée Fabre, Montpellier · original 65.0 x 53.5cm

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Popularity: No. 2 of 3 artworks by Charles Matet
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Portrait de l'auteur

1832 · Musée Fabre, Montpellier · original 60.5 x 49.5cm

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Popularity: No. 3 of 3 artworks by Charles Matet
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The artist

Charles Matet

1791 – 1870

Quick facts

Died1870
Top 3 worksLa main d'Alfred Bruyas, Portrait de la première femme de Matet, Portrait de l'auteur
Top-ranked workLa main d'Alfred Bruyas
Museums on APSMusée Fabre
Art period19th Century
NationalityFrance

Biography

A Life in Montpellier

Born in Montpellier, France, Charles Paulin François Matet was a painter, lithographer, teacher, and curator. He began his artistic training under his father, Antoine François Matet, before moving to Paris to study under Louis Hersent. A prominent figure in the art scene of Montpellier, he served as a professor at the school of fine arts in the city starting in 1827. In 1837, he succeeded François-Xavier Fabre as the curator of the Musée Fabre, a position he held until his death in 1870. His contributions to the arts were recognized when he was named a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor in 1857.

Artistic Legacy and Works

Matet was primarily a portraitist, capturing hundreds of portraits of members of high society in Languedoc, alongside various genre scenes. His work has been exhibited at the Salon between 1824 and 1869. His diverse body of work includes:

As a teacher, he instructed many students, including Alexandre Cabanel, Ernest Michel, and Alfred Bruyas.

Questions & Answers

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What are the birthplace and birth year of Charles Matet?

Charles Matet was born in Montpellier in 1791.

Where is Charles Matet from?

Charles Matet was born in France.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Oct. 15, 2026

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