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Baudouin I, King of Jerusalem, by Merry-Joseph Blondel, oil, 1844

Baudouin I, King of Jerusalem

Merry-Joseph Blondel

1844

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Dominant colour

Overview

Baudouin I, King of Jerusalem is a 1844 oil by Merry-Joseph Blondel, depicting Crusades, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?
Merry-Joseph Blondel
When & what style?
1844
Where can I see it?
Palace of Versailles

About this work

This painting shows a man in a white robe with gold trim, holding a sword and shield. He wears a crown and a red cape, with a cityscape behind him. The man's attire and the cityscape suggest a historical or religious scene. The painting's level of detail and realism indicate a high level of skill from the artist. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, look up Merry-Joseph Blondel.

About the artist

Portrait of Merry-Joseph Blondel
Artist

Merry-Joseph Blondel

Merry-Joseph Blondel (French pronunciation: ; 25 July 1781 – 12 June 1853) was a French history painter of the Neoclassical school.

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