Artwork

Portrait of Luiza Adelaida of Orleans

Portrait of Luiza Adelaida of Orleans, by Pierre Gobert, oil
Portrait of Luiza Adelaida of Orleans, by Pierre Gobert, oil

Portrait of Luiza Adelaida of Orleans is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Pierre Gobert. It is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Luiza Adelaida of Orleans is an oil painting created by Pierre Gobert around 1750. It is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Louise Adélaïde d'Orléans, showcasing her in a lavish gold dress with intricate floral embroidery. Her attire and poised demeanor convey a sense of nobility and refinement.

Technique & Style

Gobert's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits the contrast between light and dark, draws attention to the subject's face, creating a sense of depth and luminosity against the dark background.

Context

The painting exemplifies the portraiture style of the mid-18th century, characterized by attention to detail in the subject's attire and the use of dramatic lighting effects.

Artist & collection

Artist

Pierre Gobert

Pierre Gobert (1662–1744) was an artist, born in Fontainebleau.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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