1853
oil
canvas
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
The Glorification of St. Louis is a 1853 oil by Alexandre Cabanel, held at Palace of Versailles.
In the painting, a king sits on a throne, wearing a blue robe with gold accents and a crown. He holds a scepter in his right hand and a ring in his left. A figure to his right holds a cross, while another to his left holds a sword. The king is surrounded by a crowd of people, some of whom are kneeling or lying down. The scene is set in a grand hall with stained glass windows. The colors are muted, with shades of red, blue, and gold dominating the palette. The overall atmosphere is one of reverence and adoration. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the king. Next, you might want to look up the artist Alexandre Cabanel.
Alexandre Cabanel (French: ; 28 September 1823 – 23 January 1889) was a French painter.
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