Madame de La Vallière implores the queen's forgiveness before taking the veil

作品描述

This painting depicts Madame de La Vallière, a French courtier, kneeling in a moment of emotional appeal to Queen Maria Theresa of Spain for forgiveness before she takes the veil as a nun. Created by Louise-Adélaïde Desnos in 1838, the work captures a pivotal scene from the historical narrative of the French court, blending drama and religious devotion.