Portrait of Hortense de Beauharnais (1783-1837) — Anne-Louis Girodet-Trioson

Anne-Louis Girodet-Trioson. Painted c. 1805 - c. 1809.

Hortense de Beauharnais became the first queen of Holland in 1806 when her husband Louis Napoleon ascended the throne. In this portrait, she wears a tiara adorned with pearls, a royal jewel. However, her husband’s reign lasted for only four years, after which De Beauharnais settled on her own in Switzerland. She was a gifted musician and composer, and the cultural gatherings she organized in her home were renowned.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in 1815: Waterloo and King Willem I, Main building, 19th Century.

canvas, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 49.8 × 60.9 cm · Purchased with the support of the BankGiro Lottery

Print: 49.8 × 60.9 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200411699. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.