Video from The National Gallery
A Glimpse into the World of Pastel: Discover Liotard and The Lavergne Family Breakfast
"How are pastels made and used in art? Delve into the strange and magical world of this ethereal medium. We visit the oldest pastel manufacturers in the world, La Maison du Pastel in Paris, and talk to National Gallery curator, Francesca Whitlum-Cooper.
Take a close look at Jeane-Etienne Liotard's exceptional pastel painting 'The Lavergne Family Breakfast' (1754), alongside its oil counterpart, in our free exhibition until 4 March 2024: https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/ex...' from video introduction
