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Claude Fabre, seigneur de Vaugelas (1585-1650), grammairien, membre de l'Académie française

Unknown

1850

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Portrait Louis Xiv of France

Dominant colour

Claude Fabre, seigneur de Vaugelas (1585-1650), grammairien, membre de l'Académie française is a 1850 oil by Unknown, depicting Louis Xiv of France, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

This portrait shows a man with long, curly hair and a mustache, wearing a white shirt with a lace collar and a black jacket with gold trim. He is also wearing armor on his right arm. The background of the painting is dark, which helps the subject stand out. The man's clothing and hairstyle suggest that he is from the 17th century. The level of detail in the painting, particularly in the subject's face and clothing, is impressive. If you're interested in learning more about this style of portraiture, you might want to explore the work of other artists who used chiaroscuro.