1739
oil
canvas
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
Dominant colour
Kurprinz Friedrich Christian von Sachsen (1722-1763) is a 1739 oil by Pierre Subleyras, a Rococo painting work, depicting Louis Xiv of France, held at Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.
The painting depicts a man dressed in ornate attire, featuring a blue and white cloak draped over his shoulders, with a red sash across his chest. He wears a suit of armor adorned with gold accents and holds a sword in his right hand. The background of the painting is dark, with subtle hints of a landscape visible behind the subject. A notable detail in the painting is the intricate design on the subject's armor, which showcases the artist's attention to detail. The use of gold accents adds a sense of luxury and opulence to the overall image. For more information on the artist behind this painting, explore the works of Pierre Subleyras.
Pierre Subleyras (French: ; November 25, 1699 – May 28, 1749) was a French painter, active during the late-Baroque and early-Neoclassic period, mainly in Italy.
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