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François II, Duke of Lorraine and Bar (1572-1632)

Théodore Ghirardi

1837

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

François II, Duke of Lorraine and Bar (1572-1632) is a 1837 oil by Théodore Ghirardi, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Théodore Ghirardi
When & what style?: 1837
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man with a mustache and curly hair. He is wearing a dark-colored, ornate outfit with gold accents and a white ruffled collar. The man's face is the main focus of the painting, with his eyes looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to draw attention to the subject's face and clothing. The level of detail in the painting suggests that it was created with great care and attention. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Théodore Ghirardi.