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🖼️ Portrait of Élisabeth of Austria – François Clouet (1571)
Hand-painted reproduction – By Alpha Reproduction
A Queen of France, between elegance, youth, and royal destiny
Created in 1571 by François Clouet, official portraitist of the French court, this painting depicts Élisabeth d’Autriche, young wife of King Charles IX. Barely 22 years old, the queen embodies here the ideal image of the royal woman: graceful, motionless, richly dressed, and bearing a gentle and restrained gaze.
This official portrait is now kept at the Louvre Museum. It remains one of the most refined examples of French court painting at the end of the Renaissance.
A masterpiece of precision and sartorial refinement
Lace, pearls, and brocade under the gaze of power
The portrait follows the conventions of the 16th century:
– Three-quarter view, with the gaze turned towards the viewer,
– Black velvet ceremonial outfit, enhanced with gold embroidery and pearls,
– Stand-up collar adorned with fine lace,
– Royal jewelry, multiple necklaces, pearls and earrings,
– Pale complexion and elaborate hairstyle, symbol of purity and distinction.
The palette is sober but precious: black, ivory, gold, and pearly white. The dark background makes the face and the costume stand out brilliantly.
A work of representation and political delicacy
Élisabeth d’Autriche, born Archduchess of Habsburg, was married very young to Charles IX in a strategic alliance between France and the Empire. This portrait, painted shortly after the marriage, serves to assert her place in the French monarchy, and to spread her image among the European courts.
François Clouet, worthy successor of Jean Clouet, excels here in the art of capturing the nobility of attitude, the control of appearance, and the richness of clothing, while maintaining an expression imbued with softness and reserve.
Hand-painted reproduction – By Alpha Reproduction
A royal figure, recreated with precision and delicacy
At Alpha Reproduction, the Portrait of Elisabeth of Austria is hand-painted in oil on canvas, with meticulous attention to textures and decorative details. Our artists faithfully reproduce:
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The transparency of pearls and stones,
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The fine lace of the collar and sleeves,
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The subtle modeling of the face,
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The shadow play on the black fabric,
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The calm and controlled expression of the model.
📜 Certificate of authenticity provided
📐 Customizable formats – stretched or rolled canvas
🖼️ Framing options: Renaissance gilded frame, carved wood or noble museum black
An ideal work for enthusiasts of royal history, ancient fashion, and female portraiture
This formal portrait fits wonderfully into a classic living room, a royal library, an elegant office, or a private museum space.
It is also a unique gift for enthusiasts of royal dynasties, clothing art, and the French Renaissance.
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