Who painted Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate?

Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate was painted by Charles, Simonneau in 1650.

Where can I see Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate?

Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate is held by Leiden University Libraries.

What movement is Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate?

Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate

Charles, Simonneau , 1650

Portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Charles, Simonneau. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries.

About this work

This painting shows Elizabeth Charlotte in a dark dress with a white lace collar. Her hair is powdered and styled high. The background is plain and dark.

It copies a famous oil painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud. That version was painted in 1713. This copy was made as a print, not a painting.

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Overview

This print is a reproduction of a portrait of Elizabeth Charlotte of the Palatinate, originally painted in oil by Hyacinthe Rigaud.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Elizabeth Charlotte in formal attire, wearing a dark dress with a white lace collar and powdered hair styled high, set against a plain dark background. Her coat of arms is also displayed.

Technique & Style

The print copies Rigaud's 1713 oil painting, translating his work into a different medium while retaining its formal composition and dignified representation of the subject.

History & Provenance

The original painting was executed by Hyacinthe Rigaud in 1713. This print was made later, reproducing the original portrait.