Louvre acquire René-Michel Slodtz Marble

July 9 2025

Image of Louvre acquire René-Michel Slodtz Marble

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Posted by Adam Busiakiewicz:

The Louvre have announced their acquisition of René-Michel Slodtz bust portrait of François d'Harcourt, 2nd Duke of Harcourt (1689-1750). The marble was undertaken when d'Harcourt visited Rome in 1736 and will be displayed in the museum alongside other works by the likes of Edmé Bouchardon.

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