Artwork

Portrait of Anne of Austria (1601-1666)

Portrait of Anne of Austria (1601-1666), by Henri and Charles Beaubrun, oil, 1650
Portrait of Anne of Austria (1601-1666), by Henri and Charles Beaubrun, oil, 1650

Portrait of Anne of Austria (1601-1666) is an oil painting by the French Classical Baroque artist Henri and Charles Beaubrun. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

This painting is a portrait of Anne of Austria, created by Henri and Charles Beaubrun in 1650.

The painting shows a woman sitting in a chair, facing the viewer. She wears a black dress with a white collar and sleeves, and a pearl necklace. Her curly brown hair is pulled back, and she has a serious expression.

The woman's hands rest on her lap, and she holds a white cloth in her right hand. The background of the painting is dark, with some greenery visible behind the woman.

This painting is a portrait of Anne of Austria, created by Henri and Charles Beaubrun in 1650. It is held at the Palace of Versailles. You can learn more about the artist Henri and Charles Beaubrun.

Overview

This oil painting, created around 1650 by the collaborative efforts of Henri and Charles Beaubrun, is a portrait of Anne of Austria. It is currently housed at the Palace of Versailles.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Anne of Austria, seated and facing the viewer with a serious expression. She is dressed in formal attire, wearing a black dress with white accents and a pearl necklace, symbolizing her status.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases the Beaubrun brothers' skill in capturing the subject's likeness. Anne is shown with curly brown hair pulled back, her hands resting in her lap, one holding a white cloth. The dark background, with hints of greenery, adds depth to the composition.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Palace of Versailles open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.