1750
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
Portrait of Emperor Franz I von Lothringen (1708-1765) is a 1750 oil by Martin van Meytens, a Rococo painting work, depicting Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, held at Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
The painting depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in an ornate brown and gold robe, holding a cane in his right hand. The background is dark, which contrasts with the subject's attire. A notable detail is the intricate pattern on the man's robe, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering texture and design. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes formality and elegance. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the art of Martin van Meytens.
Martin van Meytens (24 June 1695 – 23 March 1770) was a Swedish-Austrian painter who painted members of the Royal Court of Austria such as Marie Antoinette, Maria Theresa of Austria, Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor, the…
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