Old World Portraits
Portrait d'Anne d'Autriche
Unknown Artist
An elegant 18th-century oil portrait of Anne of Austria, showcasing exquisite lace detailing and a refined historical presence.
Charlotte Madeleine de La Mothe-Houdancourt, Duchesse de Ventadour
Unknown Artist
1701 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 18th-century French portrait of a duchesse, showcasing rich textures of lace, velvet, and ermine.
$238
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Olive green
About the piece
This 1701 portrait depicts Charlotte Madeleine de La Mothe-Houdancourt, Duchesse de Ventadour, in a formal pose reflecting her high status. The artist captures the exquisite textures of her attire, from the delicate lace of her headpiece and cuffs to the soft ermine lining of her deep blue mantle and the intricate gold-embroidered bodice adorned with jewels.
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