Bust of Cardinal Richelieu, Marble bust in Michelangelo Gallery, France
The marble bust measures 83 centimeters high and depicts Cardinal Richelieu with precise facial details, refined attire, and aristocratic expression.
Created by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 1641, this sculpture was commissioned directly by Cardinal Richelieu during his tenure as chief minister to King Louis XIII.
The sculpture represents the intersection of Italian Baroque artistry and French political power through its meticulous carving techniques and noble subject matter.
Located at coordinates 48.861111, 2.336389 in the Louvre Museum, visitors can examine the bust's details from multiple angles in the gallery space.
Despite using only photographs and paintings as references, Bernini crafted this portrait without ever meeting Cardinal Richelieu in person.
Inception: 1641
Creator: Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Height: 83 cm
Width: 0.7 m
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 48.86111,2.33639
Latest update: May 25, 2025 03:24
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