Who painted Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil?

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil was painted by Pierre, numit Mignard Le Romain Mignard in 1686.

Where can I see Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil?

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil is held by National Museum of Art of Romania.

What movement is Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil?

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil

Pierre, numit Mignard Le Romain Mignard , 1686

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil is a print by the Baroque artist Pierre, numit Mignard Le Romain Mignard. It dates from 1686 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Portretul Ducelui de Burgundia în chip de Iisus Copil is a 1686 painting by Pierre Mignard, known as Mignard Le Romain.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a barefoot child, likely representing the Duke of Burgundy, floating in a dark space and dressed in a loose cloth, posed with outstretched arms in a manner reminiscent of the Christ child.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a lifelike effect through smooth shading on the child's skin and clothing. The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, highlights the figure against a plain, dark background.

History & Provenance

Created in 1686 by Pierre Mignard, the painting is an example of the artist's work during this period.