18th-century French School Portrait Miniature Of Madame De Maintenon
French School 18th Century
Portrait miniature of Madame de Maintenon
Watercolour on vellum, 8.7 x 7.2 cm
Contained in a darkwood frame with brass slip and glass, 16 x 14 cm
Provenance: private collection, The Netherlands
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An attractive portrait miniature depicting Françoise d’Aubigné, Marquise de Maintenon, the secret second wife of King Louis XIV between 1683 and 1715. Although she was never considered Queen, Madame de Maintenon held considerable political influence as one of the King’s closest advisors. This miniature is based on the celebrated portrait by Pierre Mignard.
A few minor scratches and paint losses but otherwise in good condition for the age.
Shipping in Europe: EUR 15
Portrait miniature of Madame de Maintenon
Watercolour on vellum, 8.7 x 7.2 cm
Contained in a darkwood frame with brass slip and glass, 16 x 14 cm
Provenance: private collection, The Netherlands
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An attractive portrait miniature depicting Françoise d’Aubigné, Marquise de Maintenon, the secret second wife of King Louis XIV between 1683 and 1715. Although she was never considered Queen, Madame de Maintenon held considerable political influence as one of the King’s closest advisors. This miniature is based on the celebrated portrait by Pierre Mignard.
A few minor scratches and paint losses but otherwise in good condition for the age.
Shipping in Europe: EUR 15
675 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Good condition
Material: Water color
Reference (ID): 1811649
Availability: In stock
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