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Portrait of Philip V in a Flowered Frame

Portrait of Philip V in a Flowered Frame, by Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen the Younger, oil, 1704
Portrait of Philip V in a Flowered Frame, by Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen the Younger, oil, 1704

Portrait of Philip V in a Flowered Frame is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen the Younger. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Philip V in a Flowered Frame is a 1704 oil painting by Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen the Younger, a Flemish artist known for his still lifes. It is held in the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Philip V of Spain, identifiable by the crest on his coat, in a golden oval frame surrounded by flowers. A partially hidden figure in classical attire holds a scroll to the left, adding an air of antiquity and significance.

Technique & Style

The work combines portraiture with still life, characteristic of Verbruggen's collaborative style. The rococo portrait is set against a dark background, with vibrant flowers spilling over the frame's edges, creating a sense of lushness and abundance.

History & Provenance

Created in 1704, the painting is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection. Verbruggen often worked with figure artists to incorporate human subjects into his still lifes, suggesting a possible collaboration here.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen the Younger

Gaspar Peeter Verbruggen or Gasparo Pedro Verbruggen (baptized on 11 April 1664 in Antwerp – buried on 14 March 1730 in Antwerp) was a Flemish still life painter who is principally known for his decorative still lifes with flowers and…

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Museum

Hermitage Museum

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