Portrait of Louis XV 1700 - 1800

This engraving by Gilles Jacques Petit, created sometime between 1700 and 1800, depicts Louis XV, King of France and Navarre. The image shows the king in profile, wearing armor and a powdered wig, highlighting his regal status. The use of an oval frame, along with the inscription "LOUIS QUINZE, Roy de France et de Navarre," reinforces the portrait's historical and ceremonial purpose. Located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the artwork showcases Petit's mastery of the engraving technique and provides a glimpse into French royalty during the 18th century.