Old World Portraits
Portrait of André Rigaud
Unknown Artist
An elegant 17th-century portrait of a French consul draped in striking crimson robes.
Portrait of Charles-Léonor Aubry, Marquis de Castelnau
Nicolas de Largillière
1701 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking late-Baroque portrait featuring vibrant crimson robes and meticulous detail.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Created by Nicolas de Largillière around 1701, this portrait exemplifies the grandeur of the French late-Baroque period. The Marquis de Castelnau is depicted with dignified poise, his luminous red robes providing a bold contrast to the dark, atmospheric landscape in the background. The artist’s skill is evident in the textures of the towering powdered wig and the fine parchment of the document held by the sitter.
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