Portrait of Madame Marie-Henriette Berthelot de Pléneuf

Nattier employs Rococo sensibilities through the use of soft, pastel hues (notably the white dress and blue shawl) against a muted greenish-gray background. Intricate details in the subject’s clothing and hairstyle reflect the artist’s attention to the nuances of 18th-century French nobility.

Completed in 1739, the portrait is now part of the National Museum of Western Art’s collection. Specific details about its commission or earlier ownership are not provided in the available information.

Created during the reign of Louis XV, the painting reflects the cultural and artistic preferences of the French aristocracy in the mid-18th century, where Rococo art emphasized grace, elegance, and intimacy.

While the broader impact of this specific portrait on art history is not detailed, it contributes to Nattier’s reputation for capturing the essence of France’s 18th-century nobility through his characteristic Rococo style.