Who painted Marie-Antoinette?

Marie-Antoinette was painted by Richard Brookshaw in 1774.

Where can I see Marie-Antoinette?

Marie-Antoinette is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Marie-Antoinette?

Marie-Antoinette is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Marie-Antoinette

Richard Brookshaw , 1774

Marie-Antoinette is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Richard Brookshaw. It dates from 1774 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print, created around 1774, is a portrait of a woman, identified as Marie-Antoinette. It is a work by Richard Brookshaw, executed in mezzotint and etching on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a woman with curly, light hair styled in an updo, wearing a lace collar, pearl necklace, and a brooch. The plain background emphasizes her face and shoulders, presenting her in a formal, dignified manner.

Technique & Style

The print combines mezzotint and etching techniques. Mezzotint, achieved by scraping metal plates, allows for smooth tonal transitions, making it suitable for detailed portraits like this one, which was a common application in the 18th century.