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Female Portraiture and Patronage in Marie Antoinette's Court: The Princesse de Lamballe

Female Portraiture and Patronage in Marie Antoinette's Court: The Princesse de Lamballe

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The book "Princesse de Lamballe: Portraits, Collections, and Patronage" explores the portraits, private collections, and public patronage of the princesse de Lamballe, a key member of Marie-Antoinette's inner circle. It sheds new light on Marie-Antoinette's agency, sorority, and taste, as well as the group of female patrons and courtly collecting that would be extinguished by the coming revolution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This extensive book delves into the captivating portraits, private collections, and public patronage of the esteemed Princesse de Lamballe, a pivotal figure within Marie-Antoinette's inner circle. Drawing upon a wealth of unpublished archival sources, Sarah Grant meticulously examines the princess's numerous portrait commissions and the remarkable depth and character of her private collections, which featured works by some of the most renowned artists and artisans of the time. Through her meticulous research, the book sheds new light on the agency, camaraderie, and exquisite taste of Marie-Antoinette and her close-knit group of female patrons, known as the "Amis de la Reine," who played a significant role in shaping courtly collecting practices until their demise during the impending revolution.

This comprehensive book delves into the captivating portraits, private collections, and public patronage of the esteemed Princesse de Lamballe, a pivotal figure within Marie-Antoinette's inner circle. Drawing upon a wealth of unpublished archival sources, Sarah Grant meticulously examines the princess's numerous portrait commissions and the remarkable depth and character of her private collections, which featured works by some of the most renowned artists and artisans of the time. Through her meticulous research, the book sheds new light on the agency, camaraderie, and exquisite taste of Marie-Antoinette and her close-knit group of female patrons, known as the "Amis de la Reine," who played a significant role in shaping courtly collecting practices until their demise during the impending revolution.

Weight: 490g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032338927

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