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Louise de Bourbon, Princess of La Roche-sur-Yon

Joseph Albrier , 1840

Louise de Bourbon, Princess of La Roche-sur-Yon, by Joseph Albrier, oil, 1840
Louise de Bourbon, Princess of La Roche-sur-Yon, by Joseph Albrier, oil, 1840

Louise de Bourbon, Princess of La Roche-sur-Yon is an oil painting by Joseph Albrier. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

This painting depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a low braid, adorned with pearls and a pearl necklace.

This painting depicts a woman with dark hair styled in a low braid, adorned with pearls and a pearl necklace. She wears a brown dress with a square neckline, puffed sleeves, and a blue shawl draped over her right arm. The background is a muted brown color.

The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal portrait, possibly from the 19th century. The artist's use of oil paint creates a rich, textured look.

For more information on the artist behind this work, explore the art of Joseph Albrier.

Overview

This oil painting, created by Joseph Albrier in 1840, is a portrait of a member of the French royal family. It is now part of the Palace of Versailles collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Louise de Bourbon, Princess of La Roche-sur-Yon. She is depicted in formal attire, with a brown dress, blue shawl, and pearl jewelry, conveying a sense of dignity and nobility.

Technique & Style

Albrier's use of oil paint achieves a rich, textured effect. The portrait is characterized by attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the subject's clothing and jewelry.

History & Provenance

Joseph Albrier, trained under Jean-Baptiste Regnault, was a French painter who regularly exhibited at the Salon during the 1820s and 1830s. His work is represented in this portrait, which has been preserved at the Palace of Versailles.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Joseph Albrier

Artist

Joseph Albrier

Gilles Marie Joseph Albrier (4 October 1791 – March 1863) was a French painter who specialised in portrait painting. He was a student of Jean-Baptiste Regnault. He exhibited at the Salon in 1819, 1822, 1824, 1827 and 1836.

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