Artwork

Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies (1806-1878), Spanish queen-consort

Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies (1806-1878), Spanish queen-consort is an oil painting by Franz Xaver Winterhalter. It dates from 1841 and is held in the collection of the Museum of the History of France.

About this work

Overview

This oil portrait, created in 1841 by Franz Xaver Winterhalter, depicts Maria Christina of the Two Sicilies, the Spanish queen-consort. The painting is part of the Château de Malmaison collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown seated in a red chair, dressed in formal attire, conveying a sense of dignity and elegance. Her direct gaze and poised demeanor suggest a strong personality.

Technique & Style

The artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the subject's black dress, adorned with lace and a brooch, as well as the gold watch on her wrist. The contrast between the dark dress and the pink flower in her hair adds a touch of subtle color.

Artist & collection

Artist

Franz Xaver Winterhalter

Franz Xaver Winterhalter (20 April 1805 – 8 July 1873) was a German painter and lithographer, known for his flattering portraits of royalty and upper-class society in the mid-19th century.

Museum

Museum of the History of France

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