The Inauguration of the Statue of Louis XV, Vignette on page 1, from Description des Travaux qui ont précédé. accompagné et suivi la fonte en bronze d'un seul jet de la Statue Equèstre de Louis XV le bien-aimé dressée sur les mémoires de M. Lempereur ancien Echevin. Par M. Mariette, Honoraire amateur de l'Académie Royale de Peinture et Sculpture, A Paris de l'Imprimerie de P.G. Le Mercier 1766

This etching by Augustin de Saint-Aubin depicts the inauguration of the equestrian statue of Louis XV in 1766. The scene is a grand spectacle, capturing the moment the statue was unveiled to the public, surrounded by dignitaries and spectators. Saint-Aubin masterfully portrays the intricate details of the event, from the ceremonial procession to the expressions of the participants. This work is a prime example of the Rococo style, characterized by its elegance, detail, and focus on capturing the essence of a specific moment in history.