Who painted A Triumphal arch on the Louvre?

A Triumphal arch on the Louvre was painted by René Charpentier in 1704.

Where can I see A Triumphal arch on the Louvre?

A Triumphal arch on the Louvre is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is A Triumphal arch on the Louvre?

A Triumphal arch on the Louvre is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

A Triumphal arch on the Louvre

René Charpentier , 1704

A Triumphal arch on the Louvre is a print by the Baroque artist René Charpentier. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

This is a Baroque print from 1704 by René Charpentier. It shows decorations for the Duke of Burgundy’s birth on the Louvre’s front. The design came from court sculptor François Girardon.

The print mixes old and new styles. It uses columns from 1603 and French Doric orders that stack in rings. Those rings came from a 1500s designer named Philibert de l’Orme.

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Overview

This 1704 Baroque print by René Charpentier depicts temporary decorations on the Louvre's façade, commemorating the birth of the Duke of Burgundy.

Subject & Meaning

The print captures a celebratory moment in French royal history, highlighting the integration of artistic elements to honor the newborn heir.

Technique & Style

Charpentier's print blends old and new architectural styles, showcasing the French Doric order's innovative 'ringed' column design alongside existing 1603 columns.

History & Provenance

Designed by François Girardon, court sculptor to Louis XIV, the decorations were erected on the Louvre, with the print serving as a record of this ephemeral installation.

Context

The French Doric order, conceived by Philibert de l’Orme in the 1500s, influenced the design. Its use of thick rings on column shafts facilitated construction from multiple stone blocks.