First Thought of the Vow of Louis XIII (1821) by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

First Thought of the Vow of Louis XIII - Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres - 1821

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TitleFirst Thought of the Vow of Louis XIII
ArtistJean Auguste Dominique Ingres
Date1821
Dimensions36 x 23 cm
Art MovementNeoclassicism
Current LocationMusée Ingres, Montauban, France

About First Thought of the Vow of Louis XIII

The artwork titled “First Thought of the Vow of Louis XIII” was created by the renowned French artist Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres in 1821. As an exemplar of the Neoclassical movement, the painting stands at 36 by 23 centimeters and is currently housed in the Musée Ingres in Montauban, France. This religious painting delves into the theme of spirituality and royal devotion.

Upon examination of the artwork, one observes a central figure of the Virgin Mary, portrayed with a serene and contemplative expression, enshrouded in a dark mantle against a light-hued background emanating an aura-like glow. She is situated above a grouping of clouds, which adds to her ethereal presence. Below her, King Louis XIII is depicted with his arms outstretched and hands uplifted in a reverential offering, his gaze fixed upon the Virgin. His posture and demeanor convey a sense of deep veneration and piety.

In the foreground, a cherubic figure is seen to the left, gazing toward the viewer, which might serve to draw the observer’s attention into the interaction between the human and the divine within the composition. The contrast between the earthly realm characterized by the King and the child, and the heavenly domain of the Virgin Mary, encapsulates the Neoclassical ideal of harmony and order through the use of balanced composition and a clear narrative focus.

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