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Louis XIV

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait showing the upper body of a person. The person is in a front-facing position, with the body slightly turned to the side. They have long, curly hair that cascades past the shoulders and frames their face. The facial features include a straight nose, full lips, and eyes that gaze slightly to the side. The person is dressed in ornate clothing, featuring a lace collar and a garment that includes armor on one shoulder. The background is a simple, textured oval space, within which the person is contained. There is a decorative border with inscriptions surrounding the portrait.

Artwork Details

Date
1664
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3422 × 4027 px
Public Domain
Yes
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