Porträt der Marie-Antoinette
Jean-Baptiste Charpentier the Elder
1770
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
Jean-Baptiste Charpentier the Elder
1770
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
This painting is a portrait of a young woman in an oval frame. She has fair skin and light-colored hair styled in an updo. Her dress is blue with lace details and a large bow on the shoulder. The background is dark, which makes her stand out. The woman's expression is calm, and her eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The artist has used soft brushstrokes to create a sense of delicacy and elegance. This portrait is reminiscent of the work of Jean-Baptiste Charpentier the Elder.
