Artwork

Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim

Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim, by Jean-Marc Nattier, oil, 1745
Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim, by Jean-Marc Nattier, oil, 1745

Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Marc Nattier. It dates from 1745 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim is a portrait painted in oil by French artist Jean-Marc Nattier in 1745. It is a representative work of the Rococo style and is currently housed in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a noblewoman, Maria Clara Philippina von Ingelheim, dressed in a white gown with a blue shawl and floral adornments, holding a bouquet of flowers. The subject is presented in a serene and elegant pose, conveying refinement and poise.

Technique & Style

Nattier employed chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and dimensionality, contrasting the subject's illuminated features and attire with a dark background. The intricate details of the woman's dress, including lace and ruffles, demonstrate the artist's skill in capturing texture and ornamentation.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jean-Marc Nattier

Artist

Jean-Marc Nattier

Jean-Marc Nattier (French pronunciation: ; 17 March 1685 – 7 November 1766) was a French painter.

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