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Portrait of Duchess Maria Antonia of Bavaria, Electress of Saxony (1724-1780). Creator: Mengs, Anton Raphael (1728-1779)
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Portrait of Duchess Maria Antonia of Bavaria, Electress of Saxony (1724-1780). Creator: Mengs, Anton Raphael (1728-1779)
Portrait of Duchess Maria Antonia of Bavaria, Electress of Saxony (1724-1780). Private Collection
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This exquisite portrait of Duchess Maria Antonia of Bavaria, Electress of Saxony, was painted by the renowned Italian artist Anton Raphael Mengs in 1761. The Duchess, born in Munich in 1724, was the eldest daughter of Emperor Charles VII and Maria Amalia of Austria. In 1747, she married Frederick Christian, Elector of Saxony, and became the Electress of Saxony. Mengs, a leading figure of the Neoclassical movement in art, captured the Duchess's regal beauty and grace in this stunning oil on canvas portrait. Dressed in the height of Rococo fashion, Maria Antonia's elegant silhouette is accentuated by the delicate folds of her intricately embroidered gown and the delicate lace of her ruff. Her expressive eyes, framed by long, dark lashes, gaze intently at the viewer, while her lips are pursed in a subtle, enigmatic smile. The background of the painting is a lush, verdant landscape, with rolling hills and a serene lake reflecting the clear blue sky. The natural beauty of the setting contrasts with the formal elegance of the Duchess's attire, emphasizing the harmony between the human form and the natural world. This portrait of Duchess Maria Antonia of Bavaria, Electress of Saxony, is a testament to Mengs's mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the essence of his subject. The painting is a precious treasure in the annals of European art history, a reminder of the beauty and elegance of the Rococo period.
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