Portrait of Cardinal Guillaume Dubois

Hyacinthe Rigaud painted ‘Portrait of Cardinal Guillaume Dubois’ in 1723. The subject is depicted in ornate clerical attire, seated with an authoritative pose.

The painting measures 145.1 x 115.6 cm, typical dimensions for a full-length portrait of the era. The canvas bears Rigaud’s signature style of detailed realism.

Cardinal Dubois was a significant political figure in 18th century France, known for his role as a statesman and advisor to the regent, Philippe II, Duke of Orléans.

Rigaud was primarily a portrait artist, favored by the French nobility. He is best known for his depiction of Louis XIV, which remains iconic in royal portraiture.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/1967.17