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Marie de Rohan-Montbazon, duchesse de Luynes, puis de Chevreuse (1600-1679)

Sophie Rochard

1837

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

French Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Marie de Rohan-Montbazon, duchesse de Luynes, puis de Chevreuse (1600-1679) is a 1837 oil by Sophie Rochard, a French Romanticism work, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Sophie Rochard
When & what style?: 1837 · French Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

This portrait shows a woman in a lavish dress with intricate details. Her attire features a low neckline, a large brooch, and a pearl necklace. The sleeves are adorned with red and black patterns, and her hair is styled in an updo. The background is dark, which highlights the subject's features. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the subject's clothing and accessories. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Sophie Rochard.