Marie, Princesse D' Orleans Paintings

Marie of Orleans was a French princess and artist born on April 12, 1813, in Palermo, Sicily, Italy. She was the daughter of Louis-Philippe d'Orléans, Duke of Orléans, who later became King Louis-Philippe I of France, and his wife, Maria Amalia of Naples and Sicily. Raised in a royal household that valued the arts and education, Marie developed a strong interest in sculpture and pursued it despite the unusual nature of such a pursuit for a woman of her status.

Marie received her artistic training under the tutelage of renowned sculptors such as Ary Scheffer and James Pradier. She was part of the Romantic movement and became known for her sculptural works, which often depicted historical or mythological subjects. Despite her royal status, she was quite dedicated to her art and sought to be recognized for her work rather than her title.

Unfortunately, Marie's life was cut short when she died of tuberculosis at the age of 25 on January 2, 1839, in Pisa, Tuscany, Italy. Although her career was brief, she left behind a body of work that is appreciated for its emotional depth and technical skill. After her death, her father commissioned a chapel in her memory at the Château de Dreux, where her body was laid to rest. Her legacy is preserved in the sculptures she created, which continue to be studied and admired for their contribution to 19th-century French art.