Poster Print > Arts > Watercolor paintings > Portrait watercolors > Fine art gallery
Poster Print : Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, ca 1781
Poster Prints from Heritage Images
Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, ca 1781
Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, ca 1781. Private Collection
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15047317
© / Heritage-Images
Absolutism Bourbon French History French Monarchy French Revolution Gautier Dagoty Guillotined House Of Bourbon King Of France And Navarre National Convention Nobility Sun King Terror World History Copper Engraving
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image, captured around 1781, showcases the iconic royal couple in the height of their opulence. The rich colors and intricate details of their attire and the elegant setting transport you to the grandeur of the French court during the Ancien Régime. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home or office with this beautiful and authentic poster print from Heritage Images.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Rococo
> Arts
> Watercolor paintings
> Portrait watercolors
> Fine art gallery
> Arts
> Watercolor paintings
> Portrait watercolors
> Watercolor portrait artists
> Historic
> French Revolution portraits
> Historical French Revolution paintings
> Historic
> French Revolution portraits
> Revolutionary art and portraiture
> Historic
> French Revolution portraits
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the iconic couple of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, captured around 1781. The image is part of a private collection, offering a rare glimpse into the lives of these historical figures. Louis XVI, belonging to the esteemed House of Bourbon, was the King of France and Navarre during a tumultuous period in French history. Alongside him stands his wife, Marie Antoinette, whose beauty and extravagance became synonymous with the decadence associated with the French monarchy. The fine art image combines copper engraving and watercolor techniques to create an exquisite portrayal of this aristocratic pair. Their regal attire reflects their status as absolute rulers during an era characterized by absolutism and nobility. However, behind this opulent facade lies a story that would ultimately lead to their tragic fate. The French Revolution loomed on the horizon, fueled by growing discontent among the masses towards social inequality and economic hardships endured by ordinary citizens. As revolution swept through France like wildfire, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette found themselves caught in its path. They were eventually guillotined amidst political turmoil orchestrated by the National Convention. This portrait not only captures their physical appearance but also serves as a poignant reminder of how power can crumble under pressure from societal unrest. It symbolizes both the grandeur associated with monarchies such as Louis XIV's Sun King era while foreshadowing the terror that awaited them during one of history's most significant revolutions – forever etching their
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.