Louis d Or au soleil, en sanguine engraving 1705, Louis XIV sitting next to a table
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Louis d Or au soleil, en sanguine engraving 1705, Louis XIV sitting next to a table
Louis d Or au soleil, en sanguine engraving 1705, Louis XIV sitting next to a table, head resting on his left elbow which rests on his left knee; he is asleep, though his right hand rests on money bags lying on the table with some loose coins. He wears a Louis d Or medal and a large, plumed hat. A battle scene is depicted on the fabric that hangs from the table, possibly the battle of Blenheim. The sun shines through a window behind him, as well as on a man swimming on a river in the background. There is a large chest on the floor in the lower right
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1705 Asleep Background Bags Battle Blenheim Chest Coins Depicted Elbow Fabric Floor Hand Hangs Knee Large Loose Louis Lower Lying Medal Money Nostalgia Nostalgic Old Fashioned Plumed Possibly Resting Rests Sanguine Scene Sitting Soleil Swimming Table Traditional Wears Window Shines
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This vintage print captures the essence of Louis XIV, the Sun King, in all his regal splendor. Titled "Louis d Or au soleil" this sanguine engraving from 1705 showcases the monarch seated next to a table, with his head resting on his left elbow which rests on his knee. In a peaceful slumber, he is surrounded by money bags and loose coins, symbolizing both wealth and power. Louis XIV wears a prestigious Louis d Or medal around his neck and adorns himself with a grand plumed hat. The fabric hanging from the table depicts a battle scene, possibly representing the historic Battle of Blenheim. Through a window behind him, sunlight streams into the room, illuminating not only Louis XIV but also revealing a man swimming in a river in the background. The lower right corner of the image features an intriguing large chest placed on the floor. This engraved artwork exudes nostalgia and transports us back to an era steeped in history and tradition. With its retro-styled design and illustrative technique reminiscent of Victorian art culture, this old-fashioned print evokes feelings of romance and intrigue. It serves as an exquisite reminder of our rich historical past while showcasing artistic mastery through its intricate details.
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