Artwork

Portrait of Marguerite-Louise-Suzanne de Bethune Sully, Duchess of Lude

Portrait of Marguerite-Louise-Suzanne de Bethune Sully, Duchess of Lude is an oil painting by the French Classical Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1663 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles. This oil painting depicts a seated woman in a formal, elegant setting.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting depicts a seated woman in a formal, elegant setting. The subject is shown in a chair with a gold pattern, against a dark background.

Subject & Meaning

The woman is Marguerite-Louise-Suzanne de Bethune Sully, Duchess of Lude. She wears a pink dress with a white corset and is adorned with pearl jewelry, conveying a sense of refinement and status.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and dark to create depth and volume. The subject's dark hair and the dark background are juxtaposed with the lighter tones of her dress and skin.