Charibert I, king of the Franks
1837
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
Early 19th Century regalia
1837
oil
From the collection of Palace of Versailles
This painting depicts a man dressed in regal attire, holding a scepter in his right hand. He wears a red robe draped over his left shoulder, and a crown adorns his head, featuring red and white jewels. The man's dark hair is neatly combed back, and his beard is well-groomed. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about this artistic technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.
