Portret van Lodewijk XIV 1660

This 1660 engraving by Francois de Poilly is a portrait of Louis XIV, the King of France. The artwork features a bust-length portrait of Louis XIV, depicted in an oval frame adorned with ornate details. He wears armor over a white lace collar and his hair is styled in a voluminous, curly wig. The image is framed by a wreath of laurels and ribbons and below it, a coat of arms featuring the French fleur-de-lis. De Poilly's "Portret van Lodewijk XIV" reflects the grandeur and power of Louis XIV's reign, highlighting his role as a military leader and the monarch of France. The artwork, now located at the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artistic style of the 17th century and the prominence of royal portraiture.