Who painted Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale?

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale was painted by Jacques Rigaud in 1727.

Where can I see Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale?

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale?

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale

Jacques Rigaud , 1727

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Rigaud. It dates from 1727 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1950.174
Credit line: Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Prasse Collection

About this work

Overview

Vue du Château royal de Chambord, du côte de la Porte royale is a 1727 print by Jacques Rigaud, currently in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art. The work depicts a detailed scene of Chambord Castle, emphasizing its architectural grandeur and everyday activity within its courtyard.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Chambord Castle, a renowned French royal palace. The print highlights the castle's imposing architecture, with tall towers and extensive wings, set amidst a bustling courtyard scene of nobility, commoners, and daily activities, conveying the castle's significance and vibrancy.

Technique & Style

Rigaud employed meticulous line work to capture light and shadow, lending solidity to the castle's structures. The style reflects Baroque influences, evident in the attention to detail and the dynamic interplay of activity within the composition.

History & Provenance

Created in 1727 by Jacques Rigaud, the print is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Specific details about its creation context or previous ownership are not provided.

Context

The work can be contextualized within the Baroque style's emphasis on drama, detail, and the depiction of everyday life alongside grandeur, though it leans more towards documentary precision in capturing architectural detail.

Legacy

While the print's direct influence is not detailed, it contributes to the broader legacy of artistic documentation of French royal architecture, preserving a visual record of Chambord Castle's appearance in the early 18th century.