Artwork

Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, Duc de Conegliano, Marshal of France

Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, Duc de Conegliano, Marshal of France, by Jacques-Luc Barbier-Walbonne, oil, 1806
Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, Duc de Conegliano, Marshal of France, by Jacques-Luc Barbier-Walbonne, oil, 1806

Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, Duc de Conegliano, Marshal of France is an oil painting by Jacques-Luc Barbier-Walbonne. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1806 by Jacques-Luc Barbier-Walbonne, is a portrait of Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, Duc de Conegliano, who held the distinguished titles of Marshal of France. The work is part of the collection at the Palace of Versailles.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Bon Adrien Jeannot de Moncey, is depicted in attire signifying high rank, with a black coat adorned with gold embroidery, a red vest, white pants, and black shoes. His dress and the overall composition imply his status as a military noble.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Barbier-Walbonne's skill through its detailed rendering of textures and the subject's demeanor. The contrast between the intricately depicted indoor setting and the serene sea view through the window demonstrates the artist's compositional balance.

History & Provenance

Commissioned or created in 1806, the painting has been housed at the Palace of Versailles, reflecting the historical ties between French nobility and the royal estate.

Context

Produced during the Napoleonic era, the portrait aligns with the period's emphasis on depicting power and nobility. The sea view in the background may symbolize the subject's reach or the empire's expansiveness.

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.