Portrait of Louis XIV
1701
DESCRIPTION
Portrait of Louis XIV in Coronation Robes was painted in 1701 by the French painter Hyacinthe Rigaud after being commissioned by the king who wanted to satisfy the desire of his grandson, Philip V of Spain, for a portrait of him. Louis XIV kept it hanging at Versailles. It has since become the most recognisable portrait of the king.
DETAILS
Original title: Portrait de Louis XIV en costume de sacre (French)
Dimensions: W194cm x H277cm
Movement(s): Baroque
Medium(s): Oil on canvas
Genre(s): Portrait
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