Nicolas De Largillierre Collection

The Field Marshall Erik Sparre, c1580. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
The Field Marshall Erik Sparre, c1580

Portrait of a Woman, according to tradition Marie Louise Elisabeth d'Orléans (1695-1719)
Portrait of a Woman, according to tradition Marie Louise Elisabeth d'Orleans (1695-1719), Duchesse de Berry, as Flora, 1690-1740

Portrait de deux échevins en fonction en 1702 : Hugues Desnotz, à droite, et un inconnu... 1702
Portrait de deux echevins en fonction en 1702 : Hugues Desnotz, a droite, et un inconnu, suppose Boutet, a gauche (fragment), 1702

Perdrix rouge dans une niche, between 1680 and 1685. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Perdrix rouge dans une niche, between 1680 and 1685. Red-legged partridge in a niche. A stone niche serves as a framework for a still life dominated by a partridge hanging by one foot

Portrait présumé de Madame la duchesse de Beaufort, 1714. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait presume de Madame la duchesse de Beaufort, 1714

Portrait thought to be Elisabeth Delpech, Marquise de Cailly. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait thought to be Elisabeth Delpech, Marquise de Cailly

Portrait of François-Adhémar de Monteil, count of Grignan (1629-1714), c1670. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait of Francois-Adhemar de Monteil, count of Grignan (1629-1714), c1670

Sketch for aldermen celebrating the arrival of the infant, 1722. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Sketch for aldermen celebrating the arrival of the infant, 1722

Portrait of Voltaire (1694-1778) in 1718, between 1718 and 1724. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait of Voltaire (1694-1778) in 1718, between 1718 and 1724

Portrait of Charles Boucher d'Orsay, provost of merchants from 1700 to 1708 (fragment), 1702

Portrait of Anne-Thérèse de Marguenat de Courcelles, Marquise de Lambert (1647-1733), c1710
Portrait of Anne-Therese de Marguenat de Courcelles, Marquise de Lambert (1647-1733), c1710

Allegory of the engagement of Louis XV to the Infanta Marie-Anne-Victoire of Spain (1722)

François Van der Meulen, 1687. Creator: Pierre Louis van Schuppen
Francois Van der Meulen, 1687

Portrait of a Man, 1651-1750. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait of a Man, 1651-1750

Charles le Brun, n. d. Creator: Gerard Edelinck
Charles le Brun, n.d

Self-Portrait, c. 1725. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Self-Portrait, c. 1725

Self-Portrait, 1707. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Self-Portrait, 1707

Portrait of a Young Man and His Tutor, 1685. Creator: Nicolas de Largilliere
Portrait of a Young Man and His Tutor, 1685

Elizabeth Throckmorton, Canoness of the Order of the Dames Augustines Anglaises, 1729

Andre Francois Alloys de Theys d Herculais (1692-1779), 1727. Creator: Nicolas
Andre Francois Alloys de Theys d Herculais (1692-1779), 1727

Portrait Boy Fancy Dress Nicolas de Largillierre
Portrait of a Boy in Fancy Dress; Nicolas de Largillierre (French, 1656 - 1746); about 1710 - 1714; Oil on canvas; 114.9 x 146.1 cm (45 1, 4 x 57 1, 2 in.)

Nicolas de Largillierre, French (1656-1746), Self-Portrait, 1707, oil on canvas

Pierre Drevet after Nicolas de Largillierre (French, 1663 - 1738), Marie de Laubespine, engraving

Franazois Chereau I after Nicolas de Largillierre (French, 1680 - 1729), Nicolas de Largilliašre, 1715, engraving on laid paper

Portrait of a Boy in Fancy Dress; Nicolas de Largillierre, French, 1656 - 1746; about 1710 - 1714; Oil on canvas; Unframed: 114.9 x 146.1 cm (45 1/4 x 57 1/2 in.)

Nicolas de Largillierre, Portrait of a Young Man and His Tutor, French, 1656-1746, 1685, oil on canvas

Cornelis Vermeulen after Nicolas de Largillierre (Flemish, 1644-1708-1709), Joseph Roettiers, 1700, etching and engraving on laid paper

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Nicolas de Largillierre, a renowned French artist of the 17th and 18th centuries, left an indelible mark on the world of portraiture. Born in Paris in 1656, he was greatly influenced by his mentor Charles le Brun, one of the most prominent painters during that time. Largillierre's talent for capturing human emotions and expressions is evident in his self-portraits. In his self-portrait from c. 1725, we see a mature artist who exudes confidence and wisdom. The intricate details of his face reveal years of experience and dedication to his craft. Another notable self-portrait from 1707 showcases Largillierre's ability to depict himself with a sense of elegance and refinement. His gaze meets the viewer's eyes directly, inviting us into his artistic world. One masterpiece that exemplifies Largillierre's skill is "Portrait of a Young Man and His Tutor" painted in 1685. This composition not only captures the likeness of its subjects but also portrays their relationship through subtle gestures and body language. Largillierre was not limited to painting individuals; he also depicted influential figures such as Elizabeth Throckmorton, Canoness of the Order of Dames Augustines Anglaises in 1729. Through her portrait, we witness Largillierre's ability to convey both beauty and dignity simultaneously. His expertise extended beyond portraits as seen in "Andre Francois Alloys de Theys d Herculais, " where he masterfully captured costume details while maintaining each subject's unique personality. In "Portrait Woman Possibly Madame Claude Lambert de Thorigny. . 1696, " Largillierre demonstrates his attention to detail by highlighting delicate fabrics and jewelry worn by women during that era. Largillierre’s work continues to inspire artists today; even modern interpretations like "Portrait Boy Fancy Dress Nicolas de Largillierre" pay homage to his legacy.