Portrait Of Anne Marie Louise d'Orléans (1627-1693) Duchess Of Montpensier, 17th Century

Very beautiful portrait of Anne Marie Louise d'Orléans (1627–1693).

Anne Marie Louise d’Orléans, Duchess of Montpensier, known as "La Grande Mademoiselle", was born on May 29, 1627, at the Louvre Palace and died on April 5, 1693, at the Luxembourg Palace. She was one of the leading figures of the aristocracy during the Grand Siècle. Daughter of Gaston d'Orléans and granddaughter of Henri IV, she was the first cousin of Louis XIV.
She inherited her title of Duchess of Montpensier from her mother, Marie de Bourbon, Duchess of Montpensier. Exceptionally wealthy and the sole heiress of a cadet branch of the Bourbon family, she also inherited her father’s fortune, making "La Grande Mademoiselle" the richest and most titled princess in Europe.

Independent and strong-willed, she did not hesitate to stand up to both her father and the Sun King regarding the marriages they tried to impose on her or the management of her immense wealth, which she insisted on overseeing herself upon reaching adulthood—thus becoming a formidable businesswoman.

This 17th-century oil on canvas is of very fine quality.
Every aspect of this portrait is superbly rendered. Her hair is painted with exquisite finesse, and her blue eyes are strikingly lifelike.
Her garment, especially the lace, is executed with great skill.
A kind internet user informed me of the identity of this famous woman.

A similar work is kept at the Prado Museum in Madrid.
She was painted by the greatest artists of the time, including the Beaubrun brothers and Hyacinthe Rigaud.
There is undoubtedly an exciting discovery awaiting whoever can determine the artist behind this piece.

Of high quality, this oil on canvas is in very good condition.
Some restorations should be noted: relining and well-executed restorations.

Beautiful oval format; the work is sold unframed.

Dimensions: 74.5 x 60 cm

The photos were taken in natural light.
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