Artwork

Portrait of Adélaide d'Orléans

Portrait of Adélaide d'Orléans, by Auguste de Creuse, oil, 1838
Portrait of Adélaide d'Orléans, by Auguste de Creuse, oil, 1838

Portrait of Adélaide d'Orléans is an oil painting by Auguste de Creuse. It dates from 1838 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Adélaïde d'Orléans is an oil painting created in 1838 by Auguste de Creuse, a French portrait painter.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Princess Adélaïde of Orléans, shown wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat adorned with flowers and a white lace collar, holding a flower. The dark background emphasizes her figure.

Technique & Style

Soft brushstrokes are used to render the subject's skin and clothing with a smooth texture, while the flowers on her hat provide a vivid contrast to the lighter fabric.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at the Palace of Versailles, where it remains to this day.

Artist & collection

Artist

Auguste de Creuse

Auguste de Creuse (1806–1839) was a French portrait painter. He was born at Montrond (Doubs) and died in Paris. He was a pupil of Gros, and painted many of the historical portraits which are at Versailles.

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