Françoise de Rimini by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. A man in medieval attire kisses a woman on the cheek while they sit on a wooden bench, as a shadowed figure watches from a doorway.

Françoise de Rimini

Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres

1814 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A romantic and dramatic Troubadour style scene by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres depicting the tragic lovers Paolo and Francesca.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with mellow gold warmth — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Living Room · Study · Bedroom
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Aged gold, Rich brown, Olive green

About the piece

Painted in 1814, this work by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres captures the intimate moment between the tragic lovers Paolo and Francesca da Rimini, a theme inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy. The composition is a refined example of the Troubadour style, showcasing Ingres' mastery of luminous color, historical detail, and emotional narrative.

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