Le Conseil souverain
Charles Huot · 1925
Why it's great
Officials in wigs and robes gather around a big table in the early government of New France. Charles Huot painted this huge scene of Canadian history, which hangs in the Quebec legislature. It shows how the French colony of Canada was governed in the 1600s. It's a grand history painting.
Where to see it
📍 National Assembly of Quebec
Hang it on your wall
Three places to look for a print of this painting, from budget to museum-grade:
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Charles Huot was born in Quebec City and studied painting in Paris. He became one of Quebec's most important history painters, creating large murals for the Quebec Legislature. He also taught drawing and illustrated books. He died in 1930.
