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Un Concert sous Louis XIV, estampe de la collection Fontette, a la Bibliotheque imperiale de Paris (engraving)
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Un Concert sous Louis XIV, estampe de la collection Fontette, a la Bibliotheque imperiale de Paris (engraving)
3645246 Un Concert sous Louis XIV, estampe de la collection Fontette, a la Bibliotheque imperiale de Paris (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Concert sous Louis XIV, estampe de la collection Fontette, a la Bibliotheque imperiale de Paris. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1863). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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This engraving, titled "Un Concert sous Louis XIV" takes us back to the grandeur and elegance of 17th-century France. The print, part of the Fontette collection at the Imperial Library in Paris, showcases a magnificent concert held during the reign of King Louis XIV. The scene is set in a lavishly decorated hall illuminated by candlelight. Noble ladies and gentlemen are gathered around as musicians perform on various instruments, filling the air with enchanting melodies. The opulent attire worn by the attendees reflects their high social status and adherence to courtly fashion. This artwork was originally created for Le Magasin Pittoresque in 1863 but has been digitally cleaned to restore its original beauty. It offers us a glimpse into an era when music played an essential role in aristocratic life, serving as both entertainment and a symbol of power and refinement. Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King or Louis the Great, ruled over France during one of its most prosperous periods. His reign marked significant advancements in art, culture, and architecture that continue to influence French society today. As we admire this exquisite print from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded of the enduring legacy left behind by Louis XIV and his Bourbon dynasty – forever etched into history as icons of French culture and sophistication.
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