Anne de Pisseleu (1508–1576), Duchesse d'Étampes

Corneille de Lyon

Created:
Movement:
1540
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance portraiture, Regal elegance
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Dimensions:
7 x 5 5/8 in. (17.8 x 14.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d'Étampes by Corneille de Lyon

The painting "Anne de Pisseleu (1508–1576), Duchesse d'Étampes" by Corneille de Lyon, created in 1540, is an exemplary work of portraiture from the French Renaissance. Executed in oil on wood, the piece captures the elegance and poise of Anne de Pisseleu, a prominent figure at the court of Francis I of France. Corneille de Lyon, a Dutch-born artist who settled in France, was renowned for his ability to convey the subtle nuances of his sitters' personalities through meticulous attention to detail and color. His portraits are characterized by their intimate scale and focus on the sitter's facial expression, often set against a plain background. This work not only reflects the artist's skill but also provides insight into the fashion and cultural milieu of the French court during the 16th century. Corneille's contributions to portraiture have cemented his reputation as a significant figure in the history of French art.

Description of the work:

Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d'Étampes by Corneille de Lyon

This 1540 oil on wood painting by Corneille de Lyon depicts Anne de Pisseleu, a prominent figure in the French court, characterized by the artist's meticulous attention to detail and subtle use of color typical of Northern Renaissance portraiture. The artwork is part of the collection at the Musée Condé in Chantilly, France.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Anne de Pisseleu (1508–1576), Duchesse d'Étampes