Kroning van de koning in Reims / 'Lit de justice' door de jonge koning Lodewijk XIV in 1651 1650 - 1750

This 18th-century engraving by J. Smit depicts two scenes of the coronation of Louis XIV in 1651. The left panel shows the coronation ceremony in Reims Cathedral, while the right panel depicts the "Lit de justice," an event where the king presided over the Parlement of Paris. The artist's precise depiction of the grand interior spaces and the solemn atmosphere of the event offers a glimpse into French royal ceremonies and the authority of the French monarchy. These detailed black and white engravings showcase the skill and precision of Smit's work.