Portrait Of Louis XIV As A Bust In The Classical Style, After Simon Thomassin, Late 17th Century
A rare and delicate circular drawing executed in black chalk (with highlights in gray ink) on paper, depicting King Louis XIV in profile facing left. The Sun King is depicted in the “classical” style, with a full head of curly hair held back by a ribbon and wearing a laurel wreath.
He wears a Roman-style drapery draped over his torso. This work is a high-quality reproduction based on the famous composition engraved by Simon Thomassin (1655–1733), the king’s official engraver. The fine stone engraving perfectly adheres to the stylistic conventions and solemnity of official portraits from the late reign of Louis XIV.
The drawing is presented in a modern blue mat that highlights its medallion shape.
He wears a Roman-style drapery draped over his torso. This work is a high-quality reproduction based on the famous composition engraved by Simon Thomassin (1655–1733), the king’s official engraver. The fine stone engraving perfectly adheres to the stylistic conventions and solemnity of official portraits from the late reign of Louis XIV.
The drawing is presented in a modern blue mat that highlights its medallion shape.
- Period: French School, late 17th century or very early 18th century.
- Technique: Black stone and ink on paper.
- Dimensions: Drawing diameter: 17.2 cm.
- Condition: Good overall condition; period paper with a lovely patina (small oxidation spots and scattered natural foxing, along with slight signs of age that confirm its authenticity).
680 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Paper
Reference (ID): 1817926
Availability: In stock
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