Artwork
Louis de Lorraine, Count of Armagnac (1641-1718)
Louis de Lorraine, Count of Armagnac (1641-1718) is an oil painting by Charles-Alexandre Debacq. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles. This oil painting, completed in 1840, is a portrait of a historical figure.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, completed in 1840, is a portrait of a historical figure. It is the work of Charles-Alexandre Debacq, a French painter known for his historical and portrait works.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Louis de Lorraine, Count of Armagnac, a 17th-century military officer. The portrait conveys a sense of formality and dignity, with the subject's serious expression and formal attire.
Technique & Style
The painting features a dark background that highlights the subject. The artist has captured the details of the count's clothing, including a black jacket with gold accents and a silver armor piece. The overall effect is one of grandeur and historical significance.
History & Provenance
The portrait is part of the Palace of Versailles collection. Debacq, who was trained under Antoine-Jean Gros, contributed several works to Versailles, reflecting his prominence as a painter in 19th-century Paris.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Alexandre Debacq (1804 in Paris – 1853 in Paris) was a French historical and portrait painter. He became a pupil of Gros, and was greatly appreciated in his own country. There are several pictures by him at Versailles.
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