PINGRET, Edouard (1788-1875). Arrival of king Louis-Philippe
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PINGRET, Edouard (1788-1875). Arrival of king Louis-Philippe
PINGRET, Edouard (1788-1875). Arrival of king Louis-Philippe at Windsor Castle, October 8th, 1844. 1845. Detail. Costumbrism. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. YVELINES. Versailles. National Museum of Versailles
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This oil on canvas painting by Edouard Pingret, titled "Arrival of King Louis-Philippe at Windsor Castle, October 8th, 1844," is a stunning example of the Costumbrist movement in 19th-century French art. Painted in 1845, the work depicts the arrival of King Louis-Philippe I of France at Windsor Castle in England. The scene is filled with vibrant colors and rich detail, capturing the essence of the Western European aristocracy of the time. In the foreground, a boy and a girl, dressed in their finest attire, excitedly watch the arrival of the king. The children's childlike curiosity and innocence contrast sharply with the formal and serious demeanor of the adults in the painting. The king himself is seen dismounting from his carriage, accompanied by a retinue of nobles and courtiers. A dog barks playfully in the background, adding a touch of whimsy to the otherwise formal scene. The painting is a testament to Pingret's mastery of the oil medium and his ability to capture the spirit of the time. The Costumbrist movement, which emerged in Spain in the late 18th century and spread to France in the 19th century, focused on depicting everyday life and the customs of the people. Pingret's work is a prime example of this genre, offering a glimpse into the world of the French aristocracy during the reign of King Louis-Philippe. This painting is a horizontal composition, measuring approximately 177.3 x 185 cm, and is currently housed in the National Museum of Versailles in France. It is a must-see for anyone interested in Western art history and the contemporary artists of the 1840s and 1850s.
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