Louis XIV

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image is a three-quarter length portrait of a man shown from the chest up. He is positioned at a slight angle, looking towards the viewer with a composed expression. His facial features include a long and narrow face, a prominent aquiline nose, and full lips. His hair is dark, voluminous, and curly, cascading down past his shoulders. He wears a richly detailed garment that includes ornate lace around the collar, intricate patterned fabric beneath, and an armored shoulder piece adorned with metallic detailing. There is no visible jewelry on his person. The background features an oval frame with inscriptions, and decorative symbols are visible at the corners.