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Jean Nocret Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Jean Nocret our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Jean Nocret · 1615 – 1672

The Family of Louis XIV – Jean Nocret

1670 · Château de Versailles, Versailles · original 305 x 420 cm

Explore Jean Nocret's monumental 'The Family of Louis XIV,' a captivating portrait capturing the grandeur of Versailles and Louis XIV’s royal lineage – meticulously restored for modern audiences.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Louis XIV and the royal family (1670) by Jean Nocret

1670 · Château de Versailles, Versailles · original 420 x 305 cm

Explore Jean Nocret’s stunning 1670 portrait of Louis XIV & family! A Baroque masterpiece showcasing royal grandeur & meticulous detail. Discover this iconic artwork.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Louis XIV as a young man – Jean Nocret

1655 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 108.5 x 89.0cm

This majestic Baroque portrait of Louis XIV by Jean Nocret captures royal power. Discover the elegance of this 1655 masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Phillip of France I Duke of Orléans by Jean Nocret

1650 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 105.0 x 86.0cm

This Baroque portrait by Jean Nocret captures a nobleman in regal splendor. Discover the elegance of this 17th-century masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Henrietta Anne, Duchess of Orleans, 1644 - 1670. Fifth daughter of Charles I, Jean Nocret

1660 · Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh · original 217.5 x 129.8cm

This regal Baroque portrait by Jean Nocret captures the elegance of Henrietta Anne. Discover the splendor of this French masterpiece today.

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Art Movement: Baroque

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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So-called Portrait of Henrietta of England by Jean Nocret

1650 · original 62.0 x 49.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Henriette-Anne of England, Duchess of Orleans, known as Madame (1644-1670) (1650)

1650 · Opera House, Versailles · original 79.0 x 63.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Henrietta, Duchess of Orleans (1644-1670) by Jean Nocret, 1665

1665 · Royal Collection, London · original 173.4 x 104.4cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Maria Theresa of Spain (1638-1683), Queen of France – Jean Nocret

1650 · original 67.5 x 49.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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La famille de Louis XIV by Jean Nocret

Explore Jean Nocret’s ‘La Famille de Louis XIV,’ a stunning Baroque portrait of the French royal family. Admire its grandeur, rich detail & dramatic lighting – a masterpiece of 17th-century art.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Jean Nocret, Princess Henrietta Anne, Duchess of Orléans (‘Minette’) (1644–1670) (1661)

1661 · original 75.6 x 83.8cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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MARIE THERESE D'AUTRICHE, REINE DE FRANCE (1638 1683) – Jean Nocret

Admire Marie Therese, Queen of France, in a stunning Baroque portrait by Jean Nocret. Rich details, dramatic lighting & royal elegance capture aristocratic life. #BaroqueArt #Portraiture #FrenchArt

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Marie Thérèse of Austria in Royal Costume, 1670, Jean Nocret

1670 · Opera House, Versailles · original 148.0 x 177.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Portrait of Princess Marie Thérèse of France

Museo del Prado, Madrid

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Anne Marie Louise d'Orléans holding a portrait of her father the late Duke of Orléans

Opera House, Versailles

Jean Nocret’s "Anne Marie Louise d’Orléans" – a stunning Baroque portrait! Explore its chiaroscuro lighting, rich details & symbolic reflection. A rare glimpse into 17th-century French aristocracy.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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The Renunciation of Louise de la Vallière, 1650, Jean Nocret

1650 · Musée Des Beaux, Brest · original 44.0 x 80.0cm

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Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Portrait Of Francoise-louise De La Baume Le Blanc, Duchesse De Vaujour

Admire Jean Nocret’s "Portrait of Francoise-louise de la Baume Le Blanc." A stunning 17th-century portrait showcasing classical elegance & rich detail. Explore this masterpiece!

Art Movement: Neoclassicism
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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LOUISE FRANCOISE DE LA BAUME LE BLANC, DUCHESSE DE LA VALLIERE ET DE VAUJOURS (1644 1710)

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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ANNE D'AUTRICHE, REINE DE FRANCE (1601 1666)

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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The Princess of Monaco

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Jean Nocret: Philippe de France, duc d'Anjou, en costume à l'antique, dit aussi en Bellérophon (1640 1701)

original 95 x 109 cm

Admire Jean Nocret’s Baroque portrait of Philippe de France! This 17th-century masterpiece showcases royal grandeur & skill, featuring rich textures & dramatic lighting. A stunning piece for art collectors.

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Art Movement: Baroque
Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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The Family of Louis XI

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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The Family Of Louis Xiv - by Jean Nocret

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Fame Presenting A Portrait Of Louis Xiv To France

Color Palette: Earthy

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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Allegory on the Marriage of Louis XIV and the Infanta Marie-Thérèse of Austria (1660)

1660 · Basque Museum, Bayonne

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 30 artworks by Jean Nocret
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The artist

Jean Nocret

1615 – 1672

Quick facts

Works on APS30
Lifespan57 years
Creative periodsmature period
Top 3 worksThe Family of Louis XIV, Louis XIV and the royal family, Louis XIV as a young man
Top-ranked workThe Family of Louis XIV
Movementsbaroque
Born1615, Nancy, France
Topics exploredroyalty, royal family, portraiture, portraits, france

Biography

The Painter of Royal Splendor

Jean Nocret stands as a pivotal figure in the golden age of French portraiture, a master whose brush captured the very essence of 17th-century absolutism. Born in Nancy, France, Nocret’s journey through the art world was marked by an ambitious pursuit of excellence and a talent for navigating the highest echelons of the French court. His early training under Jean LeClerc provided a foundation of technical skill, but it was his travels to Rome that truly expanded his artistic horizons. In the heart of Italy, he encountered the profound influence of Nicolas Poussin, an encounter that would shape his approach to composition and narrative, even if the legendary Poussin himself viewed the young Nocret as somewhat pretentious for his eagerness to pursue more lucrative opportunities.

Upon returning to Paris in 1644, Nocret began to ascend the social and professional ladder of the French monarchy. His ability to blend the rigid elegance of courtly life with a sophisticated use of allegory allowed him to secure prestigious appointments, eventually serving as a painter to King Louis XIV and Gaston, Duke of Orléans. This proximity to power was not merely professional but personal, as he also served as the king's valet de chambre. His work during this period became a visual manifesto for the Bourbon dynasty, utilizing the language of Greek mythology to elevate mortal monarchs to the status of gods.

Mastery of Allegory and Technique

The brilliance of Nocret’s oeuvre lies in his ability to weave complex symbolic narratives into the fabric of portraiture. He did not merely record faces; he constructed legends. In his monumental works, such as The Family of Louis XIV, he transformed the royal lineage into a divine assembly. Through a masterful application of oil on canvas, Nocret rendered Louis XIV as the radiant Apollo and Queen Marie-Thérèse as Juno, creating an atmosphere where the boundaries between the terrestrial and the celestial dissolved. His technique was characterized by a meticulous precision, employing layers of glazes to achieve a luminous depth that made heavy golden draperies and intricate royal costumes appear to glow from within.

Nocret’s skill extended beyond the portrait to large-scale decorative projects that defined the interiors of the French aristocracy. His commissions included:

The decoration of the Château de Saint-Cloud with scenes from Greek mythology for the Duke of Orléans.
The elaborate decoration of Queen Maria Theresa's apartments at the Tuileries Palace, where he focused on themes relating to the goddess Minerva.
Diplomatic portraiture executed in Portugal, capturing the likenesses of the Portuguese Royal Family during a mission with the Bishop of Comminges.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Nocret’s contribution to the French Baroque style is cemented by his recognition within the Académie royale de peinture et de sculpture. His admission to this prestigious institution, earned through works such as The Repentance of Saint Peter, marked him as a leading light of his era. As a professor at the Academy, he helped shape the next generation of artists, ensuring that the traditions of formal portraiture and mythological allegory would endure. His influence even extended through his lineage, as his son, Jean-Charles Nocret, continued the family tradition of official portraiture and history painting.

Though much of his decorative work was tragically lost to history—destroyed during the burning of the Tuileries Palace and the later destruction of the Château de Saint-Cloud—the surviving remnants of his talent continue to evoke the grandeur of the Ancien Régime. Nocret remains a vital window into a period where art served as the ultimate instrument of political prestige, capturing a world of unparalleled luxury, rigid social hierarchy, and divine aspiration.

Questions & Answers

Where are Jean Nocret's artworks grouped by palette?

The By Palettes page groups Jean Nocret's artworks by their color palettes.

What aliases or alternate names does Jean Nocret have?

Jean Nocret is also known as Jean I Nocret, Jean I Naquerez, Jean I Nancret, Jean Nocret I, Nocret.

In which historical period did Jean Nocret work?

Jean Nocret worked in the Early-Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

By the AllPaintingsStore.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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