Artwork

The Duchess of Bourbon and her daughter

The Duchess of Bourbon and her daughter, by Pierre Gobert, oil
The Duchess of Bourbon and her daughter, by Pierre Gobert, oil

The Duchess of Bourbon and her daughter is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Pierre Gobert. It is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

The Duchess of Bourbon and her daughter is an oil painting created by Pierre Gobert around 1750. It is a portrait of Louise Françoise de Bourbon and her daughter, now held at the Alte Pinakothek.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a tender moment between Louise Françoise de Bourbon and her daughter, conveying warmth and affection through their gentle hand-holding. The subjects' facial expressions and body language evoke a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

Gobert's use of chiaroscuro creates a strong contrast between light and dark, highlighting the faces and hands of the subjects. This technique adds depth and visual interest to the portrait, drawing the viewer's attention to the emotional connection between the mother and daughter.

Artist & collection

Artist

Pierre Gobert

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