Obelisk op Place Dauphine tijdens de Blijde Intocht van koning Lodewijk XIV van Frankrijk en zijn vrouw Maria Theresia in Parijs 1660 - 1662

"Obelisk op Place Dauphine tijdens de Blijde Intocht van koning Lodewijk XIV van Frankrijk en zijn vrouw Maria Theresia in Parijs" is an etching by Jean Lepautre, a French artist known for his detailed engravings, which depicts a celebratory triumphal arch erected in Paris for the royal entry of King Louis XIV and his wife Maria Theresa in 1660. The arch is adorned with elaborate sculptures and symbols representing the power and glory of the monarchy, showcasing the grandeur and spectacle of the event. The artwork is a valuable historical document providing insights into the decorative arts and ceremonial practices of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV.