Ancien Regime, 2021
Thierry Poncelet, born in Brussels in 1946, revolutionized portrait painting with his "Aristochiens" concept. As a trained fine arts graduate and restoration expert, Poncelet's career took an unexpected turn when he playfully replaced an aristocrat's face with a dog's head during a restoration project, sparking enthusiasm and defining his artistic direction.
Poncelet's work, inspired by artists like Charles Lebrun and Isidore Granville, breathes new life into forgotten ancestral portraits through whimsical transformations. His canine portraits serve as a human comedy, showcasing a range of expressions and emotions through diverse dog breeds. Working primarily in Monaco, Poncelet enjoys international acclaim for his classically-rooted yet humorous and original art.
Poncelet's work, inspired by artists like Charles Lebrun and Isidore Granville, breathes new life into forgotten ancestral portraits through whimsical transformations. His canine portraits serve as a human comedy, showcasing a range of expressions and emotions through diverse dog breeds. Working primarily in Monaco, Poncelet enjoys international acclaim for his classically-rooted yet humorous and original art.