Artwork
Chateau St. Maur
Chateau St. Maur is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Rigaud. It dates from 1725 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Chateau St.
About this work
Overview
Chateau St. Maur, a 1725 print by Jacques Rigaud, depicts a serene and symmetrical French estate. The composition features a grand stone building with balanced wings, a meticulously groomed garden, and surrounding trees, all set against a lightly sketched cloudy sky.
Subject & Meaning
The print showcases the Château Royal de Saint-Maur, then owned by the Prince de Condé, highlighting the estate's grandeur and the owner's wealth. The tranquil scene conveys a sense of orderly luxury.
Technique & Style
Rigaud's print employs detailed, large-scale views characteristic of Baroque-era architectural illustrations, designed to impress and inform distant audiences about prominent buildings.
History & Provenance
Created in 1725 by Jacques Rigaud, Chateau St. Maur is currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
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