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Princess Marie d'Orléans in Her Studio

c. 1838

Ary Scheffer

(Dutch, 1795–1858)
Culture
France, 19th century
Medium
oil on fabric
Measurements
Framed: 74 x 51.5 x 5.5 cm (29 1/8 x 20 1/4 x 2 3/16 in.); Unframed: 67.3 x 40.7 cm (26 1/2 x 16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Noah L. Butkin 1977.119
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
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Description

Scheffer frequently portrayed his favorite pupil, the Princess Marie d'Orléans (1813-1839), daughter of King Louis Philippe and a prominent sculptor. As proof of her dedication and talent, she wears an artist's smock and holds a chisel. Seen nearby are several of her works, including her model of her most famous sculpture, a stoic depiction of Joan of Arc.
A vertically oriented oil painting depicts a seated woman with pale skin and dark hair pulled back. Facing our right, she turns to look toward us with dark eyes. She wears a voluminous light blue gown over a white underskirt. To our right, a large white sculpture of a winged figure stands on a table. Smaller sculptures rest on a shelf behind her, while a dark red patterned curtain hangs on our left.

Princess Marie d'Orléans in Her Studio

c. 1838

Ary Scheffer

(Dutch, 1795–1858)
France, 19th century

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