Old World Portraits
Portrait of Louis-Alexandre de Bourbon, Count of Toulouse
François de Troy
A striking 17th-century French portrait featuring a young count in regal blue velvet and gold embroidery.
Le Comte de Vaudreuil
François-Hubert Drouais
1758 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This elegant 18th-century portrait captures the Comte de Vaudreuil in a moment of scholarly study, surrounded by symbols of status and military service.
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Where it works
A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Living Room · Study
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Painted in 1758 by François-Hubert Drouais, this masterful portrait depicts the Comte de Vaudreuil leaning against a large geographical map. The artist captures the exquisite textures of the count's blue velvet coat, gold embroidery, and the gleam of the discarded armor at his feet, creating a sophisticated scene of aristocratic life.
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