Artwork
Charles IV le Bel, roi de France (1295-1328)
Charles IV le Bel, roi de France (1295-1328) is an oil painting by the French Romanticist artist Herminie Déhérain. It dates from 1837 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.
About this work
Overview
Charles IV le Bel, roi de France (1295-1328) is an 1837 oil painting by Herminie Déhérain, portraying the French monarch Charles IV. It is housed at the Palace of Versailles.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Charles IV of France, identifiable by his crown and scepter, conveying regal authority. His attire—a red and blue robe with gold designs on the blue side—emphasizes luxury and high status.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work aligns with French Romanticism. A dark background strategically highlights the subject, drawing focus to the king’s figure and symbolic accoutrements.
History & Provenance
Created in 1837 by Herminie Déhérain, a student of Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot, the painting is part of the Palace of Versailles’ collection.
Context
As a Romantic-era portrait, it reflects a 19th-century interpretation of medieval monarchy, blending historical subject matter with the expressive qualities of Romanticism.
Artist & collection
Artist
Herminie Déhérain (born Herminie Lerminier; 1798–1839) was a French painter. Born in Abbeville, Déhérain was a pupil of Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot prior to her marriage to magistrate Alexandre Déhérain. The couple had a…
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