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Sylvain-Charles, Count Valée, Marshal of France (1773-1846)

Jean de Court , 1838

Sylvain-Charles, Count Valée, Marshal of France (1773-1846), by Jean de Court, oil, 1838
Sylvain-Charles, Count Valée, Marshal of France (1773-1846), by Jean de Court, oil, 1838

Sylvain-Charles, Count Valée, Marshal of France (1773-1846) is an oil painting by Jean de Court. It dates from 1838 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles. This 1838 oil-on-canvas portrait by Joseph-Désiré Court is part of the Palace of Versailles collection.

About this work

Overview

This 1838 oil-on-canvas portrait by Joseph-Désiré Court is part of the Palace of Versailles collection. It depicts Sylvain Charles Valée, a French marshal.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows Valée standing before a large cannon, dressed in formal military attire, indicating his high rank and profession. The setting and props emphasize his military career.

Technique & Style

The portrait showcases Court's attention to detail, particularly in Valée's ornate clothing and the cannon's intricate design, demonstrating a high level of craftsmanship.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jean de Court

Artist

Jean de Court

Joseph-Désiré Court (14 September 1797 – 23 January 1865) was a French painter who specialised in history painting and portrait painting.

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