Louis-Philippe / Cogniet
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Louis-Philippe / Cogniet
LOUIS-PHILIPPE as duc de Chartres, 1792 Date: 1773 - 1850
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1773 1792 1850 Chartres Philippe Cogniet
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This evocative portrait captures Louis-Philippe, Duke of Chartres (1773-1850), in the year of the French Revolution, 1792. The Duke, who would later become King Louis-Philippe I of France, is depicted in a solemn and introspective manner, with a thoughtful expression that seems to hint at the tumultuous times ahead. The painting, created by the renowned French artist Jean-Baptiste Greuze's pupil, Jean-Baptiste Cogniet, is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the essence of his subject. Louis-Philippe, born in 1773, was the grandson of King Louis XV and the Duke of Orléans. He was known for his love of the arts and was a patron of the arts. However, his political ambitions and his role in the French monarchy would be forever changed by the Revolution. In 1791, Louis-Philippe was forced to flee France due to the escalating political unrest. He spent the next decade in exile, traveling throughout Europe. This portrait, painted in 1792, was likely created during this period of exile. The Duke is depicted in the traditional attire of a French nobleman, wearing a red velvet doublet and a white lace jabot. The muted colors and the somber background add to the sense of introspection and contemplation. The Duke's hands are folded in front of him, suggesting a deep thoughtfulness and a sense of determination. Despite the challenges of the Revolution, Louis-Philippe's political career would eventually lead him to the throne of France in 1830. He ruled until 1848, when he was overthrown during another revolution. This portrait, painted during a pivotal moment in the Duke's life, serves as a reminder of the complexities of French history and the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a moment in time.
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