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Portrait de Marie-Adélaïde de France

Johann Ernst Heinsius

1794

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Rococo painting 18th Century Portrait Marie Adelaide of France

Dominant colour

Portrait de Marie-Adélaïde de France is a 1794 oil by Johann Ernst Heinsius, a Rococo painting work, depicting Marie Adelaide of France, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Johann Ernst Heinsius
When & what style?: 1794 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a red dress with lace trim, holding a fan in her right hand. She is seated on a chair, with her left arm resting on the armrest. The background of the painting is dark, with a few objects visible behind the woman. The woman's dress is intricately detailed, with folds and creases visible in the fabric. Her hair is styled in an updo, with a few loose strands framing her face. The fan she holds is decorated with intricate designs. The painting is a portrait of Marie Adélaïde of France, created by Johann Julius Heinsius in 1786. It is held at the Palace of Versailles. Next, look up the artist Johann Julius Heinsius.