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Le roi Charles XII (Carl de Suede), enfant - Portrait of the King Charles XII of Sweden (1682-1718) as child, by Ehrenstrahl, Anna Maria (1666-1729). Oil on canvas, 1684. Dimension : 36, 5x48 cm. Nationalmuseum Stockholm
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Le roi Charles XII (Carl de Suede), enfant - Portrait of the King Charles XII of Sweden (1682-1718) as child, by Ehrenstrahl, Anna Maria (1666-1729). Oil on canvas, 1684. Dimension : 36, 5x48 cm. Nationalmuseum Stockholm
FIA5407845 Le roi Charles XII (Carl de Suede), enfant - Portrait of the King Charles XII of Sweden (1682-1718) as child, by Ehrenstrahl, Anna Maria (1666-1729). Oil on canvas, 1684. Dimension : 36, 5x48 cm. Nationalmuseum Stockholm by Ehrenstrahl, Anna Maria (1666-1729); National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print showcases the enchanting portrait of King Charles XII of Sweden as a child, painted by Anna Maria Ehrenstrahl in 1684. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 36.5x48 cm and is currently housed at the Nationalmuseum Stockholm. Ehrenstrahl's artistic prowess shines through as she captures the innocence and youthfulness of the future monarch. The young king-to-be is depicted with an air of regality, his piercing gaze hinting at the determination that would come to define his reign. The exquisite attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the intricate patterns on his sumptuous fur cloak to the delicate rendering of his musical instrument, a drum held firmly in one hand. This portrayal not only highlights Charles XII's royal lineage but also alludes to his love for music and artistry. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we are transported back to seventeenth-century Scandinavia, where nobility and monarchy reigned supreme. It serves as a reminder of a bygone era when kings were revered figures who shaped society with their power and influence. Through this remarkable artwork, Ehrenstrahl immortalizes both Charles XII's childhood innocence and his future role as ruler. It stands as a testament to her skillful craftsmanship while offering us a glimpse into an important chapter in Swedish history.
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