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Royal Coat of Arms of Louis XV

Pierre François Tardieu or Jacques Nicolas Tardieu after François Boucher

National Gallery of Art

This is a artwork of cherubs and angels surrounding a crowned emblem. The scene contains classical and allegorical symbolism, with winged figures set against swirling clouds. At the center, the emblem displays a crown above three fleur-de-lis symbols and laurel branches on either side. The composition features figures draped in flowing garments, set against grand architectural columns.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1745
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4770 × 2777 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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