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Portrait of Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, 1805-9 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, 1805-9 (oil on canvas)
1765853 Portrait of Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, 1805-9 (oil on canvas) by Girodet de Roucy-Trioson, Anne Louis (1767-1824); 60.9 u 49.8 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Hortense was the daughter of Napoleons first wife, Josephine. Napoleon arranged for her to marry his brother, Louis Bonaparte, and she became Queen of Holland in 1806 when he became Louis I. Their marriage was not a success, and Hortense was unhappy in Holland, preferring to live in Paris, where she had her portrait painted by Girodet, the leading artist of the day.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18257139
© Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands / Bridgeman Images
Beauharnais Empire Line Eyes Facing French Empire Girodet Napoleon Napoleonic Staring Jewels
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This portrait captures the essence of Hortense de Beauharnais, Queen of Holland, during her tumultuous reign from 1805 to 1809. Painted by Girodet de Roucy-Trioson in oil on canvas, this masterpiece measures 60.9 by 49.8 cm and is housed in the prestigious Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Hortense was no ordinary queen; she was the daughter of Napoleon's first wife, Josephine, and married his brother Louis Bonaparte at Napoleon's behest. However, their marriage was far from blissful, and Hortense found solace away from Holland's confines in Paris. Girodet expertly portrays Hortense's melancholy gaze as she gazes into the distance with a hint of longing for her beloved city. Her regal posture and exquisite jewels accentuate her status as a member of French society during the Napoleonic era. The artist skillfully captures every detail: from her elegant empire-line gown to her delicate features that reflect both beauty and sorrow. This portrait serves not only as a testament to Girodet's talent but also as a poignant reminder of Hortense's struggle within an arranged marriage and foreign land. As we admire this remarkable painting today, it transports us back to an era defined by power struggles and political alliances. It invites us to delve deeper into the life of one woman who defied convention and sought happiness amidst adversity – making this artwork an invaluable piece within art
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