Geboorte van Lodewijk XIV 1699 - 1703

This bronze medal, created by Jean Mauger between 1699 and 1703, commemorates the birth of Louis XIV. The obverse features a profile portrait of the king, while the reverse depicts an angel presenting a crown to a seated figure. The inscription on the reverse translates to "The Birth of Louis XIV, May 5, 1638." The medal is a testament to the French Baroque tradition of celebrating royal figures, and its small size reflects the intricate details characteristic of the period.