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Le roi, le milan, et le chasseur (The King, the Kite, and the Hunter)

Louis-Simon Lempereur after Jean-Baptiste Oudry

National Gallery of Art

This is an illustration of a royal court scene. The scene shows a grand hall with a high ceiling and columns, featuring a lavish throne adorned with red fabric. A king wearing a crown is seated on the throne, being approached by another figure. A large bird is perched on another person's arm, while other figures, potentially soldiers or courtiers, are present around the scene, wearing helmets and carrying spears. The composition and style highlight the grandeur and drama of the court.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1759
Medium
hand-colored etching
Dimensions
3235 × 4416 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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