Artwork
The Chamber of Deputies Received at the Palais-Royal by the Duke of Orleans
The Chamber of Deputies Received at the Palais-Royal by the Duke of Orleans is an oil painting by the French Romanticist artist François Joseph Heim. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the Museum of the History of France.
About this work
The painting is titled The Chamber of Deputies Received at the Palais-Royal by the Duke of Orleans.
This painting was created in 1834. It's an oil paint work, which was a common medium at the time. The fact that it depicts a specific historical event makes it interesting.
You can learn more about the artist's style by looking up François Joseph Heim.
Overview
The Chamber of Deputies Received at the Palais-Royal by the Duke of Orleans is a history painting created by François Joseph Heim in 1834 using oil paint.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a pivotal moment in French history: the Chamber of Deputies offering the throne to the Duke of Orleans, Louis Philippe I, on August 7, following Charles X's abdication, marking the beginning of the July Monarchy.
Technique & Style
The work features a large cast of figures, including prominent politicians and members of the new royal family, showcasing Heim's skill in composition and portraiture.
History & Provenance
Commissioned by Louis Philippe I in 1832 for the Museum of French History at Versailles for 10,000 Francs, it was exhibited at the 1834 Salon and later at the 1889 Exposition Universelle.
Context
The painting captures a scene from the July Revolution, a significant event that led to the establishment of the July Monarchy, which lasted until 1848.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Joseph Heim (16 December 1787 – 29 September 1865) was a French painter known especially for his history paintings and portraits.
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