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Date : approx. between 1530 and 1535
Sizes : 74 cm x 96 cm
Material : Oil painting on wood, Oak
Acquisition : François I Collection
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French Painting
Painting (Portrait)
Area related
France
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Son of Charles d'Angoulême and Louise de Savoie, and cousin of King Louis XII whom he succeeded to the throne in 1515, François I wears the pendant of the Order of Saint Michael, which he served as Grand Master. The king's face is identical to an existing drawing by Clouet (Musée Condé, Chantilly). The modernity of the portrait is evident in the monumental and physical character of the bust, as well as the importance given to the hands; the date of execution has been judged at 1527-1530.
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