Artwork
Portrait of Louis de Bourbon, Prince of Condé (1621-1686)
Portrait of Louis de Bourbon, Prince of Condé (1621-1686) is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Justus van Egmont. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.
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Overview
The Portrait of Louis de Bourbon, Prince of Condé is a 17th-century oil painting attributed to Justus van Egmont, a Flemish artist known for his portraiture and association with prominent figures like Anthony van Dyck and Peter Paul Rubens.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Louis de Bourbon, known as the Grand Condé, in military regalia as a marshal, conveying his status and role. The image presents him in elaborate armor with a sword, set against a backdrop of a distant battle scene, underscoring his military significance.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work exemplifies the Flemish Baroque style, characterized by detailed rendering and dramatic lighting. The intricate armor and distant landscape are notable for their level of detail, with gold accents and a cloudy sky adding depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Painted around 1650, the portrait is now part of the Palace of Versailles collection. Van Egmont, who worked as a court painter in France, was instrumental in the establishment of the Académie de peinture et de sculpture, reflecting his influence within the French art establishment.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Justus van Egmont or Joost van Egmont (1601 – 8 January 1674) was a painter and a tapestry designer during the 17th century.
Philippe of France, Duke of Orleans
Portrait de Louis III. de Bourbon, prince de Condé (1668–1710)
Louis XIV
The Régent of France, Philippe d'Orléans (1674-1723)
Louis de France, Duke of Burgundy
William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange and since 1689, King of England
Louis de France, Duc de Bourgogne (Werkstatt)
William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange and since 1689, King of England