Medal 1640 - 1707

drawing, print

pencil drawn

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

print

pencil sketch

human-figures

old engraving style

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

human

pencil work

profile

This engraving by Gérard Edelinck, created between 1640 and 1707, depicts a portrait of Louis XIV, King of France. The detailed etching showcases the king in profile, his long flowing hair and regal bearing emphasized by the circular frame inscribed with "Rex Christianissimus Ludovicus Magnus." The inscription, along with the realistic portrayal, emphasizes the king's power and authority, typical of royal portraiture. This print, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Edelinck's skill as an engraver and the artistic conventions of the time.