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Sébastien Bourdon Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon 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 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Sébastien Bourdon · 1616 – 1671

LA DEPLORATION

The Louvre, Paris

Explore Sébastien Bourdon's 17th-century French art! Master of portraiture & dramatic scenes, known for his Caravaggio influence & works like 'The Crucifixion'. Discover his legacy!

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #1: LA DEPLORATION
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 1 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Countess Ebba Sparre by Sébastien Bourdon, 1652

1652 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 106 x 90 cm

Admire 'Countess Ebba Sparre' by Sébastien Bourdon! This Baroque masterpiece captures the elegance of a Swedish noblewoman, showcasing dramatic lighting and rich detail – a timeless portrait.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 2 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Voyageurs sous des ruines, dit autrefois Halte de bohémiens

The Louvre, Paris

Voyageurs sous des ruines dit autrefois Halte de bohémiens

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #3: Voyageurs sous des ruines, dit autrefois Halte de bohémiens
Art Movement
Baroque Art
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 3 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Death of Dido, 1637, Sébastien Bourdon

1637 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 159 x 137 cm

Sébastien Bourdon's 'Death of Dido' (1637) depicts the tragic queen’s suicide, inspired by Virgil’s Aeneid. Explore this Baroque masterpiece’s dramatic lighting and emotional depth.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 4 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Moses and the Brazen Serpent – Sébastien Bourdon

1653 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 105 x 89 cm

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro of Sébastien Bourdon's Baroque masterpiece, Moses and the Brazen Serpent; discover this vision of faith today.

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Art Movement
Baroque Dramatic Light
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 5 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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The Beggars (1635) by Sébastien Bourdon

1635 · The Louvre, Paris · original 49 x 65 cm

Witness the poignant scene of 'The Beggars' by Sébastien Bourdon – a masterful 17th-century oil painting capturing poverty and humanity with dramatic light & shadow. Explore its rich history & artistic details.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #6: The Beggars
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 6 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Adoration of the Magi, Sébastien Bourdon

1642 · Schloss Sanssouci, Berlin · original 46 x 36 cm

Experience Sébastien Bourdon’s dramatic Baroque ‘Adoration of the Magi,’ a captivating black and white depiction of Mary and Jesus surrounded by angels and figures, perfect for art lovers seeking a timeless masterpiece to own.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #7: Adoration of the Magi
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 7 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Le Christ et les enfants

The Louvre, Paris

Experience the Baroque masterpiece 'Le Christ et les enfants' by Sébastien Bourdon! A captivating biblical scene filled with dramatic light, rich colors, and profound emotion.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #8: Le Christ et les enfants
Art Movement
Baroque Classicism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 8 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Les mendiants

The Louvre, Paris

Explore 'Les Mendiants' by Sébastien Bourdon – a poignant 17th-century painting depicting poverty and charity, showcasing masterful realism & dramatic lighting.

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Art Movement
Baroque Genre Painting
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 9 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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A Scene from Roman History by Sébastien Bourdon, 1645

1645 · The Louvre, Paris · original 145 x 197 cm

Discover Sébastien Bourdon’s ‘A Scene from Roman History’ (1645). A dramatic Baroque oil painting of Roman life, housed in the Louvre. Explore its monumental style & rich detail.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #10: A Scene from Roman History
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 10 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Presentation in the Temple by Sébastien Bourdon

1644 · The Louvre, Paris · original 71 x 61 cm

Sebastien Bourdon's 'Presentation in the Temple' (1644) is a dramatic Baroque masterpiece depicting Mary presenting Jesus at the temple, showcasing Caravaggio’s influence and rich detail.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #11: Presentation in the Temple
Art Movement
Baroque Painting
Color Palette
Dark
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 11 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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The Finding of Moses, Sébastien Bourdon

1655 · National Gallery of Art, Washington · original 120 x 173 cm

Experience the dramatic emotion of The Finding of Moses by Sébastien Bourdon, a Baroque masterpiece capturing tender discovery; bring this timeless scene home.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 12 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Halte de soldats dit autrefois Halte de bohémiens, Sébastien Bourdon

The Louvre, Paris

Experience Baroque drama with Bourdon's Halte de soldats, a masterful study of light, emotion, and roadside life from the 17th century; discover this timeless scene today.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #13: Halte de soldats dit autrefois Halte de bohémiens
Art Movement
Baroque Classical
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 13 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Scène d'intérieur

The Louvre, Paris

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro of this Baroque interior scene by Sébastien Bourdon, capturing intimate domestic life with warm, earthy tones; discover this masterpiece today.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 14 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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The Deposition, 1650, Sébastien Bourdon

1650 · The Louvre, Paris · original 303 x 157 cm

Experience the emotional drama of Sébastien Bourdon's 'The Deposition.' A Baroque masterpiece depicting Christ’s removal from the cross, showcasing exquisite detail and profound religious intensity.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 15 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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LA RENCONTRE D'ANTOINE ET CLEOPATRE ( )

The Louvre, Paris

Sébastien Bourdon’s "La Rencontre d'Antoine et Cléopâtre" – a dramatic Baroque oil painting! Explore its dynamic composition, Caravaggio influence & rich textures. A captivating historical scene.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 16 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Portrait présumé de René Descartes

The Louvre, Paris

Admire 'Portrait of René Descartes' by Sébastien Bourdon – a dramatic Baroque masterpiece capturing the philosopher’s intellect and authority. A stunning oil painting from 1671.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 17 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Presumed Portrait of René Descartes

The Louvre, Paris · original 88 x 71 cm

Experience the Baroque brilliance of Sébastien Bourdon’s ‘Presumed Portrait of René Descartes’! Admire this captivating oil painting from 1671 at the Louvre Museum.

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Art Movement
Baroque Drama
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity
No. 18 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Abraham et les anges

Національний археологічний музей Сен-Жермен-ан-Ле, Saint-Germain-en-Laye

Explore Sébastien Bourdon’s ‘Abraham et les anges,’ a Baroque oil painting depicting biblical hospitality. Discover its rich details, Caravaggio influence & historical context.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #19: Abraham et les anges
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
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No. 19 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Salomon sacrifiant aux idoles

The Louvre, Paris

Witness the dramatic scene of King Solomon sacrificing to idols by Sébastien Bourdon! This Baroque masterpiece showcases intense emotion and masterful detail.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #20: Salomon sacrifiant aux idoles
Art Movement
Baroque Painting
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 20 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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The Baptism of Christ by Sébastien Bourdon, 1650

1650 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 152 x 118 cm

Experience Baroque drama with Bourdon's luminous Baptism of Christ; discover this masterpiece of 17th-century French religious art today.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #21: The Baptism of Christ
Art Movement
Baroque Classicism
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 21 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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La fuite en Egypte

The Louvre, Paris

Explore Sébastien Bourdon's 17th-century French art! Master of portraiture & dramatic scenes, known for his Caravaggio influence & works like 'The Crucifixion'. Discover his legacy!

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #22: La fuite en Egypte
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 22 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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LA PRESENTATION AU TEMPLE

The Louvre, Paris

Explore Sébastien Bourdon’s Baroque ‘La Presentation au Temple’! A dramatic Nativity scene rich in detail & light, showcasing Caravaggio influence. Discover this captivating 17th-century masterpiece.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #23: LA PRESENTATION AU TEMPLE
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 23 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Queen Christina of Sweden, Sébastien Bourdon

Nationalmuseum, Stockholm · original 72 x 58 cm

Experience the regal majesty of Queen Christina of Sweden through Sébastien Bourdon’s breathtaking Baroque portrait, a masterpiece of dramatic light and royal grace that invites you to bring history home.

View the most popular artwork of Sébastien Bourdon ranked #24: Queen Christina of Sweden
Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 24 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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Auguste devant le tombeau d'Alexandre – Sébastien Bourdon

The Louvre, Paris

Experience the dramatic Baroque grandeur of Bourdon's Auguste before Alexander's tomb; discover this masterpiece of historical narrative art today.

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Art Movement
Baroque
Color Palette
Earthy
Technique
Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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No. 25 of 133 artworks by Sébastien Bourdon
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The artist

Sébastien Bourdon

1616 – 1671

Portrait of Sébastien Bourdon
Quick facts
  • Died1671
  • Copyright statusPublic domain
  • Best occasionsstatement, accent
  • Room fitliving room
  • Vibedramatic
  • Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
  • Museums on APSNational Museum in Warsaw, The Louvre, Yale University Art Gallery, Rijksmuseum, Art Institute of Chicago
  • Born1616, Montpellier, France
Biography

A Master of Light and Versatility: The Life of Sébastien Bourdon

Sébastien Bourdon (1616–1671) remains one of the most captivating and multifaceted figures of the seventeenth-century French Baroque. Born in Montpellier into a family of Protestant artists, his early life was shaped by the vibrant, yet often turbulent, artistic traditions of southern France. His journey from a young apprentice to a foundational member of the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture is a testament to a profound, restless intellect and an unparalleled ability to absorb the stylistic currents of Europe. After early training in Paris, Bourdon’s path led him through Bordeaux and Toulouse before reaching the spiritual and artistic heart of the continent: Rome. It was in Italy that his talent truly ignited, as he immersed himself in the works of masters like Caravaggio, Nicolas Poussin, and Claude Lorrain. This period of intense study allowed him to develop a unique visual language—one that could pivot from the gritty, dramatic realism of the Caravaggisti to the luminous, classical elegance of the Venetian school.

The Evolution of Style and Technique

What truly distinguishes Bourdon’s oeuvre is its remarkable stylistic fluidity, a quality that sometimes drew both admiration and criticism from his contemporaries. His development was marked by a series of transformative encounters with different European traditions. Following a pivotal visit to Venice, his palette underwent a profound metamorphosis; the starker contrasts of his early training gave way to a richer, more atmospheric use of color inspired by the Venetian masters. This evolution allowed him to masterfully navigate between disparate genres. In his portraiture, he often adopted a Rubensian approach or favored intimate, bust-length compositions that captured the psychological depth and elegance of his subjects, such as the Swedish noblewoman in Countess Ebba Sparre. Conversely, his religious works utilized a dramatic chiaroscuro to evoke spiritual awe, most notably in his monumental masterpiece, The Crucifixion of St. Peter, created for the cathedral of Notre Dame.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Beyond his individual canvases, Bourdon played a crucial role in the institutionalization of French art. As a co-founder of the Royal Academy in 1648, he helped establish the standards of excellence that would define French painting for generations. His career was also characterized by an extraordinary breadth of service; his reputation as a premier portraitist led him to the court of Queen Christina of Sweden, where he served as court painter, bringing the sophisticated aesthetics of Paris and Rome to Stockholm. Whether depicting the harrowing tension of Moses and the Brazen Serpent or the serene grandeur of classical landscapes, Bourdon’s work embodies the dual spirit of the Baroque era: the intense emotional drama of the human condition and the balanced, intellectual pursuit of classical beauty. His ability to synthesize the naturalist traditions of France with the monumental styles of Italy ensures his enduring place in the pantheon of European art history.

Questions & Answers

Is there a complete list of Sébastien Bourdon's artworks?

Every work by Sébastien Bourdon on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

In which historical period did Sébastien Bourdon work?

Sébastien Bourdon worked in the Early-Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

Can I explore Sébastien Bourdon's works by color spectrum?

Sébastien Bourdon's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026
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