Who painted Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay?

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay was painted by Nicolas de Largillière in 1702.

Where can I see Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay?

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay?

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay

Nicolas de Largillière , 1702

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Nicolas de Largillière. It dates from 1702 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

History & Provenance

While the work is documented as part of the museum's holdings, the provided records do not specify a particular inventory or accession number for the piece.

The portrait of Charles Boucher, later known as Herr von Orsay, was painted by Nicolas de Largillière in 1702, as indicated by the work’s inception date in the Kunsthistorisches Museum’s records. The painting entered the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, where it remains held. The subject’s identity as Charles Boucher corresponds to the historical figure Charles Boucher d’Orsay, aligning with the portrait’s documented subject.

The portrait of Charles Boucher d'Orsay by Nicolas de Largillière is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna. While the work is documented as part of the museum's holdings, the provided records do not specify a particular inventory or accession number for the piece. Furthermore, there is no available information regarding any past or current exhibitions featuring this painting.

Overview

Charles Boucher, Herr von Orsay is a 1702 portrait painting by Nicolas de Largillière, a prominent French artist of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The work is characterized by its Rococo style and is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Charles Boucher d'Orsay, portrayed in a state of calm seriousness, yet engaged in an explanatory gesture, pointing with one hand while holding a folded paper in the other, suggesting a moment of intellectual or authoritative communication.

Technique & Style

Largillière employs chiaroscuro to dramatic effect, setting the subject against a dark background to accentuate the vibrant red robe with intricate gold stitching and the voluminous, curly white wig, all hallmarks of Rococo's emphasis on detail and luxury.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolas de Largillière

Nicolas de Largillière (French:; baptised 10 October 1656 – 20 March 1746) was a French painter and draughtsman. From 1733 until 1735, he was director of the Académie de Peinture et de Sculpture.