Louis XVI (1754–1793), King of France 1787

This miniature portrait of Louis XVI, King of France, was painted by Antoine François Callet in 1787. The work depicts the king in a regal pose, dressed in elaborate attire with his signature powdered wig. The detailed rendering of his features and the fine brushstrokes of Callet are evident in this small-scale artwork. The miniature format was popular during the 18th century, often used for personal keepsakes or as part of a larger collection. This particular miniature is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.