Philippe-Henri, Marquis de Ségur
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Title
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Philippe-Henri, Marquis de Ségur
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Rights
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Château de Versailles. Fair Use. © Château de Versailles, Dist. RMN / © Christophe Fouin.
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Creator
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Elisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun (1755–1842)
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Date
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1789
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Description
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Philippe Henri de Ségur was the Minister of War in France and was appointed Marshall of France in 1783. He is depicted in three-quarter view is standing in the uniform of the Marshal of France. Marquis de Ségur is also dressed in the insignia and sash of the Order of the Holy Cross and the Cross of Saint Louise. He is standing on a small hill with a cloudy sky behind him. Marquis de Ségur is holding the fleur-de-lis staff, representing France's coat of arms, with his other hand in his pocket. He is depicted with a firm expression and stance, portraying his role as the Marshal of France.
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Format
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Oil on wood. 115 x 80.1 cm.
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Publisher
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Château de Versailles
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Contributor
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Madalyn Wnenta
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Identifier
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Château de Versailles. MV 5781
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Subject
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Portrait; France; French; military; war; Marshal of France; 1700s; 18th century; French baroque; rococo
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Source
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Jpeg file. Unknown photographer. Château de Versailles Collections. 11/2/25.
https://collections.chateauversailles.fr/#/query/401ecea2-e6cc-4e0e-bf35-e0703b802a66.
