{"title":"Hyacinthe Rigaud","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"louis-xv-as-a-child-hyacinthe-rigaud","title":"Louis XV as a Child - Hyacinthe Rigaud","description":"\u003cp\u003eA formal state portrait of the young Louis XV, painted by Hyacinthe Rigaud in 1716, capturing the symbols and gravity of the French monarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyacinthe Rigaud, the pre-eminent portraitist of the French court, captured the young Louis XV in this formal state portrait. Painted in 1716, the work depicts the future monarch at the age of six, shortly after his accession to the throne. Rigaud employs the visual vocabulary of absolute monarchy, surrounding the child with symbols of power, including the fleur-de-lis mantle, the sceptre, and the crown resting on a nearby cushion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the traditions of royal portraiture established by Rigaud himself in his earlier depictions of Louis XIV. The young king is seated on a throne, draped in heavy velvet and ermine, with a dramatic red curtain framing the scene. His pose, while youthful, mimics the gravity expected of a sovereign. The artist pays meticulous attention to the textures of the costume, from the delicate lace at the collar to the heavy, embroidered fabric of the royal robes. The lighting is carefully managed to draw attention to the face of the child, while the surrounding environment remains in a deeper, more subdued tone to maintain the focus on the royal figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait functions as a political statement, asserting the continuity of the Bourbon dynasty during a period of transition. Rigaud avoids idealising the child beyond the requirements of his station, yet he successfully conveys the weight of the crown through the formal arrangement of the subject and his regalia. The painting remains a primary example of the French Baroque style, characterised by its theatricality, attention to material detail, and the use of grand, sweeping lines to create a sense of authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/louis-xv-the-well-loved-johann-georg-wille\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLouis XV, the Well-Loved by Johann Georg Wille\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/portrait-of-louis-xv-of-france-maurice-quentin-de-la-tour\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Louis XV of France by Maurice Quentin de La Tour\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/hyacinthe-rigaud\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHyacinthe Rigaud artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hyacinthe Rigaud","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695001932111,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695012286799,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695012319567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695012352335,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695012385103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695012417871,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695012450639,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695012483407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695012516175,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695012548943,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695012581711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695012614479,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Louis-XV-as-a-Child_Poster_CompositorV1_1788731518172.jpg?v=1788732723"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-man-hyacinthe-rigaud","title":"Portrait of a Man - Hyacinthe Rigaud","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Baroque portrait by Hyacinthe Rigaud, featuring a gentleman in period attire, rendered with the precision and balance characteristic of the French court style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyacinthe Rigaud, a master of French Baroque portraiture, produced this work during the height of his career in Paris. Rigaud is known for his ability to capture the social status and personal presence of the French aristocracy and bourgeoisie. This portrait depicts a gentleman in a three-quarter view, set against a neutral, architectural background that directs attention to the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject wears a voluminous, powdered periwig, a hallmark of late seventeenth-century fashion. His attire consists of a warm, ochre-coloured coat with silver embroidery, complemented by a deep blue mantle draped over his shoulder. A delicate lace cravat at his neck provides a contrast to the heavier fabrics of his coat. The lighting is soft, modelling the features of the face with precision and care. Rigaud employs a controlled palette, allowing the textures of the silk, lace, and hair to emerge through subtle brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait reflects the conventions of the period, where the sitter's clothing and posture communicate their standing within society. The oval composition is typical of the era, often used for intimate or formal portraiture to focus the viewer on the individual's expression. Rigaud's technique demonstrates his training in the classical tradition, prioritising clarity of form and a balanced arrangement of elements. The work remains a representative example of the portrait style that dominated the court of Louis XIV, where the artist was a favoured painter. By focusing on the material qualities of the subject's garments and the calm, steady gaze of the sitter, Rigaud creates a sense of composure and dignity. This print captures the tonal range and fine detail of the original oil painting, making it a suitable addition for those interested in the history of European portraiture and the aesthetic sensibilities of the late Baroque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/portret-van-nicolas-mesnager-andre-francois-le-breton\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortret van Nicolas Mesnager by André-François Le Breton\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/portrait-of-alexander-dmitrievich-arseniev-vladimir-borovikovsky\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Alexander Dmitrievich Arseniev by Vladimir Borovikovsky\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/hyacinthe-rigaud\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHyacinthe Rigaud artwork →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hyacinthe Rigaud","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973409411407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973436576079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973436608847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58973436641615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58973436674383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58973436707151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58973436739919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58973436772687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58973436805455,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58973436838223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58973436870991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58973436903759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/packshot_Poster_1791992269565.jpg?v=1791992273"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/es\/collections\/hyacinthe-rigaud.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}