Portret van Lodewijk XV op jonge leeftijd 1715 - 1746

This etching, "Portret van Lodewijk XV op jonge leeftijd," by Leonard Schenk, depicts Louis XV as a young boy, likely around the time of his ascension to the throne in 1715. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the young king in formal attire, seated with an air of authority. Schenk's meticulous etching technique captures the details of Louis XV's clothing and the ornate setting, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of the French monarchy during this period.