Lot 17

A painting of Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars, Marshal of France, circle of Hyacinthe Rigaud

Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots

Starting Price € 3,000

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Description

Oil on canvas, relined. Three-quarter portrait of the famous French Marshal in harness with a large full-bottomed wig. Across the chest a red sash, on the coat the Star of the Order of the Holy Ghost. Restored, revarnished, larger retouches to the right hand, forehead and hair. In a wooden moulded frame. Image size 119 x 86, with frame 134 x 102 cm. Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars, Prince de Martigues, Marquis et Duc de Villars et vicomte de Melun (1653 - 1734), Marshal of France, was one of the most famous commanders in French History. He played a leading role in numerous campaigns during the War of the Bavarian Succession and the War of the Spanish Succession.

Condition: II - Questions about the lot?

General Information

The auction starts on Monday, November 16, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 001 - 863 and continues on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 864 - 1190. The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.