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Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral

Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral, by Unknown, oil, 1750
Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral, by Unknown, oil, 1750

Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Palace of Versailles.

About this work

Overview

This portrait depicts a man in armor, attributed to an unknown artist. The work is an oil painting.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is identified as Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet, known in 1417 as an admiral. He is shown wearing armor and holding a sword, with a distinctive black and white tunic bearing a gold hammer emblem.

Technique & Style

The artist employed chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth. This is evident in the detailed rendering of the subject's face and armor against a dark background.

Cavaler cruciat
Cavaler cruciat, Unknown

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Palace of Versailles open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral?

Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral was painted by Unknown in 1750.

Where can I see Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral?

Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral is held by Palace of Versailles.

What movement is Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral?

Robert de Bracquemont dit Robinet (connu en 1417), amiral is associated with Rococo painting.