Prince and Princess of Conti as Apollo and Diana - François de Troy & Studio

18th century French Portrait - Prince and Princess of Conti as Apollo and Diana by François de Troy (1645-1730) and studio
 
Louis Armand de Bourbon II, Prince of Conti, born on November 10, 1695, succeeded his father as Prince of Conti in 1709. He married Louise Élisabeth de Bourbon, the beautiful and intelligent daughter of Louis III de Bourbon, Prince of Condé, in 1713. This marriage strengthened the alliances within the Bourbon family. Louis Armand II had a respectable military career and participated in the War of the Polish Succession. Though his life was relatively short, he was known for his strong personality and dedication to his noble duties. Despite some controversies, he made his mark at the court of Louis XV. He passed away on May 4, 1727, at the age of 31. His wife, Louise Élisabeth, played a prominent role in the French court's social life, adding to the couple's distinguished legacy.
 
We thank Dominique Brême, Directeur du Domaine de Sceaux, Parc et Musée de l'Île-de-France, for his cataloging of this lot for the previous owners.
 
Provenance: 
Private collection USA
 
Dimensions:
Oil on canvas measures ca. 64 by 83cms and with its antique frame ca. 84 by 103 cms