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Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette, and the Dauphin

French 18th Century, after Augustin de Saint-Aubin, after Piat Joseph Sauvage

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular medallion with side-profile busts of three figures engraved in a detailed style. They are positioned one behind the other, facing right. The first figure has long hair, the second has shorter curls, and the third has delicate features. The medallion is mounted on a plinth with decorative foliage and an urn on top. Engraved script below the medallion suggests a commemorative purpose. The background includes patterns and a minimalist depiction of clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century/early 19th century
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
7576 × 10783 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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