Puiseaux, 1781 - Paris, 1857
The duel of Cinq-Mars and the Chevalier de Thou, the reconciliation
Painting, oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1832
Painting: 58 x 44 cm
Beautiful original 19th century frame (beautiful gilding): 79 x 65 cm
Very good condition, small discreet restorations
Note: an engraving, very popular in the 19th century was engraved after our painting.
This painting illustrates the novel by Alfred de Vigny, 'Cinq-Mars' published in 1826 and which was very successful in the 19th century.