1701
oil
canvas
From the collection of Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Modello for the Portrait of Louis XIV in Royal Ceremonial Robes is a 1701 oil by Rigaud Hyacinthe, a Rococo painting work, depicting Louis Xiv of France, held at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
This painting depicts a man in a lavish outfit, complete with a white cape and blue vest adorned with gold patterns. He stands confidently, holding a scepter in his right hand and a sword at his left side. The background is a warm, earthy tone. A closer look reveals the intricate details of the man's attire, including the delicate folds of his cape and the ornate design on his vest. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject. The painting is a testament to the artist's skill and attention to detail. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Hyacinthe, Rigaud.
Jacint Rigau-Ros i Serra (Catalan pronunciation: ; 18 July 1659 – 29 December 1743), known in French as Hyacinthe Rigaud (pronounced ), was a Catalan-French baroque painter most famous for his portraits of Louis XIV and other members of the French nobility.
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