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View of the royal hunting lodge at Versailles as it was in the late 1620
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View of the royal hunting lodge at Versailles as it was in the late 1620
741370 View of the royal hunting lodge at Versailles as it was in the late 1620s and 1630 s, built for King Louis XIII, 1652 (engraving) by Gomboust, Jacques (? d.1668) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Louis XIII (1601-43) King of France (1610-43). Vignette from " Maisons royalles et remarquables aux environs de Paris" published in Paris in 1652; Gomboust was appointed ingenieur du roi (kings engineer) by Louis XIV; this is the only known view of Versailles before it was rebuilt by Louis XIV between 1664 and 1710; ); French, out of copyright
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This print showcases a rare glimpse into the past, offering us a view of the royal hunting lodge at Versailles as it stood in the late 1620s and 1630s. Built for King Louis XIII, this architectural marvel was captured in an engraving by Jacques Gomboust, providing us with a unique perspective on its grandeur. Louis XIII, who reigned from 1610 to 1643, commissioned Gomboust to create this stunning vignette for his publication "Maisons royalles et remarquables aux environs de Paris" in 1652. As the king's appointed ingenieur du roi (king's engineer), Gomboust expertly depicted Versailles before its transformation under Louis XIV. This remarkable image holds immense historical significance as it is the only known view of Versailles prior to Louis XIV's ambitious rebuilding project between 1664 and 1710. The palace we now associate with opulence and extravagance began its journey as this humble hunting lodge. As we gaze upon this birds-eye view of Versailles, we are transported back to the seventeenth century when Louis XIII ruled France. It offers us a glimpse into an era characterized by power struggles and dynastic ambitions within the House of Bourbons. With every detail meticulously engraved by Gomboust's skilled hand, this print allows us to appreciate not only the architectural beauty but also serves as a testament to French history during one of its most transformative periods.
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