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Premium Framed Print : Presented by his housekeeper, Madame de Ventadour (Charlotte de la Mothe Houdancourt
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Presented by his housekeeper, Madame de Ventadour (Charlotte de la Mothe Houdancourt
XEE4187419 Presented by his housekeeper, Madame de Ventadour (Charlotte de la Mothe Houdancourt, 1654-1744), the Duke of Anjou, future Louis XV, said farewell to Louis XIV, known as the Sun King (King Soleil or Louis the Great, 1638-1715), before Francoise d Aubigne, Marquise de Maintenon (1635-1719). Chromotypography in " Le Roy Soleil" (Louis XIV) by Gustave Toutwelve, Illustration by Maurice Leloir (1853-1940), 1904. Privee Collection. by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Presented by his housekeeper, Madame de Ventadour (Charlotte de la Mothe Houdancourt, 1654-1744), the Duke of Anjou, future Louis XV, said farewell to Louis XIV, known as the Sun King (King Soleil or Louis the Great, 1638-1715), before Francoise d Aubigne, Marquise de Maintenon (1635-1719). Chromotypography in " Le Roy Soleil" (Louis XIV) by Gustave Toutwelve, Illustration by Maurice Leloir (1853-1940), 1904. Privee Collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22755050
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a poignant moment in French history as the Duke of Anjou bids farewell to his predecessor, Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King. Presented by his devoted housekeeper, Madame de Ventadour, the young Duke prepares to take on the weighty responsibility of becoming Louis XV. The image captures a sense of transition and anticipation as two generations come face-to-face. The aging Sun King stands regally beside Francoise d'Aubigne, Marquise de Maintenon, who played an influential role in his life. Their presence adds depth and significance to this historical encounter. Artist Maurice Leloir skillfully brings this scene to life through chromotypography techniques. His attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke and shading choice. The composition exudes elegance and grandeur befitting these iconic figures. This remarkable piece from Gustave Toutwelve's "Le Roy Soleil" series transports us back to 18th-century France—a time when power dynamics shifted and new chapters unfolded within royal circles. It serves as a testament to both the artistic talent of Leloir and the enduring legacy of Louis XIV. Displayed proudly in private collections worldwide, this artwork invites viewers into a world where politics intertwine with personal relationships—a world that shaped the destiny of nations.
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