Artwork

Claude, Count of Choiseul, Marshal of France

Claude, Count of Choiseul, Marshal of France, by Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot, oil, 1835
Claude, Count of Choiseul, Marshal of France, by Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot, oil, 1835

Claude, Count of Choiseul, Marshal of France is an oil painting by Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot.

The painting depicts a man with long, curly brown hair and a serious expression. He is wearing a dark blue jacket with a high collar and a white ruffled shirt underneath. His right arm is covered in armor, while his left arm is not visible.

The man's attire suggests he is from a historical period, possibly the 18th century. The dark background of the painting helps to focus attention on the subject.

To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot.

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1835 by French artist Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot, is a portrait of Claude de Choiseul, Marquis of Francières. It is part of the Palace of Versailles collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted with long, curly brown hair and a serious expression, wearing attire suggestive of an earlier era. His dark blue jacket and armor imply a historical or military significance.

Technique & Style

The artist used a dark background to emphasize the subject, and detailed his clothing and armor. The contrast between the dark jacket and white shirt draws attention to the subject's face and armored arm.

History & Provenance

The portrait is now held at the Palace of Versailles, indicating its historical significance and connection to French heritage.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot

Artist

Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot

Hortense Haudebourt-Lescot, born Antoinette Cécile Hortense Viel (14 December 1784 – 2 January 1845), was a French painter, mainly of genre and historical scenes.

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