Parrocel Collection

The Battle of Naseby, 1645, 1727, (1944). Creator: Dupuis
The Battle of Naseby, 1645, 1727, (1944). The victory at Naseby of the Parliamentarian New Model Army under Fairfax and Cromwell over the Royalist army commanded by Prince Rupert marked the decisive

Reception of an ambassador at Versailles. Ornate coaches with liveried footmen being met at the gates of the French
FLO4657024 Reception of an ambassador at Versailles. Ornate coaches with liveried footmen being met at the gates of the French king's palace

Equestrian portrait of Francoise Madeleine Claude de Saint-Geran, 1675-1680
Equestrian portrait of Francoise Madeleine Claude de Saint-Geran, with a view of the Palace of Versailles in the background, 1675-1680. Found in the Collection of Skokloster Castle

Halt Of Cavalry, (1885). Artist: Parrocel
Halt Of Cavalry, (1885). Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

The Riding Lesson, (1885). Artist: Bonnardot
The Riding Lesson, (1885). An 18th-century horseman. Equitation classes judge the riders performance and control of their horse

The Ambassadors Reception At Versailles, (1885). Artist: Parrocel
The Ambassadors Reception At Versailles, (1885). Illustration based on an original drawing by Parrocel, depicting an 18th-century scene

Charles Parrocel, 1688 -1752. French painter and engraver. After a work by French Rococo portraitist, Maurice Quentin de La Tour, (1704 - 1788). From La Tour, published 1920

Standing Female Figure, ca. 1739-40. ca. 1739-40. Creator: Pierre Ignace Parrocel
Standing Female Figure, ca. 1739-40

Battle of Turin, 1706. Painting by Joseph Parrocel (1646-170
War of Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Battle of Turin, 1706. Painting by Joseph Parrocel (1646-1704). Detail. Museum of the Risorgimento. Turin. Italy

Joseph Ignace Parrocel
JOSEPH IGNACE PARROCEL French artist Date: 1705 - 1781

Joseph Parrocel, French (1646-1704), The Stoning of Saint Stephen, pen and brown ink, with gray wash on laid paper

Johann Georg Wille after Hyacinthe Rigaud (German, 1715 - 1808), Joseph Parrocel, 1744, engraving on laid paper

Etienne Parrocel (French, 1696 - 1775), The Drawing of Lots to Divide the Promised Land, black chalk on buff laid paper

VERSAILLES, 18th CENTURY. Reception of an ambassador at Versailles in the 18th century: wood engraving after Parrocel

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Parrocel, a name that resonates through centuries of art and history. From the Battle of Naseby in 1645 to the Ambassadors Reception at Versailles in 1885, this renowned family of artists has left an indelible mark on the world. The legacy begins with Joseph Parrocel, whose painting immortalized the Battle of Turin in 1706. His equestrian portrait captures the bravery and grandeur of that momentous event. Meanwhile, his contemporary Charles Parrocel continued to shape French art with his exquisite engravings inspired by Maurice Quentin de La Tour. But it wasn't just battles and portraits that defined the Parrocel dynasty. Pierre Ignace Parrocel's standing female figures from around 1739-40 showcase a delicate beauty frozen in time. These graceful creations evoke a sense of mystery and elegance. In addition to their artistic prowess, the Parrocels were also known for their collaborations with other talented individuals. The Riding Lesson by Bonnardot transports us back to a bygone era when horseback riding was both an art form and a means of transportation. And let us not forget about Francoise Madeleine Claude de Saint-Geran, who became immortalized twice within this rich tapestry - once through Joseph's equestrian portrait and again through an unknown artist's work dating back to 1675-1680. From one generation to another, each member of the Parrocel family contributed something unique yet interconnected. Their works continue to captivate audiences worldwide as they tell stories spanning across centuries. So next time you encounter a piece signed "Parrocel, " take a moment to appreciate its historical significance and marvel at how this family's talent transcended time itself.