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Louis XI

Jean Morin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a detailed profile etching of a man, showing his body from the chest up. The man is depicted in profile, facing to the right. He has a prominent nose, slightly open lips, and his eyes appear thoughtful and focused. The man is wearing a close-fitting hat that covers his head entirely except for his face, with a decorative element on the side. His clothing is richly detailed, with a robe featuring an ornate design along the neckline. The robe appears to be fastened with tassel-like embellishments along the shoulders. The background of the image is textured and framed in an octagonal shape, positioned within a larger rectangle. At the bottom, there is a text inscription stating "Louis XI, Roy de France."

Artwork Details

Medium
etching, engraving, and stippling on laid paper
Dimensions
3244 × 4616 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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