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Place Royale, circa 1660; passage of the king's carriage. c1655 — 1665. Creator: Unknown
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Place Royale, circa 1660; passage of the king's carriage. c1655 — 1665. Creator: Unknown
Place Royale, circa 1660; passage of the king's carriage, , c1655 -- 1665. Current Place des Vosges, current 4th arrondissement
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4th Arrondissement Canvas Material Carnavalet Museum Horse And Carriage King Louis Xiii King Louis Xiv Of France King Of France Le Roi Soleil Louis Dieudonne Louis Xiii King Of France Louis Xiv Louis Xiv King Of France Louis Xiv Of France Marais Paris Ile De France France Parisian Place Royale Plaza Procession Processional Square The Sun King
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This oil painting depicts Place Royale, now known as Place des Vosges, in the heart of Paris, circa 1660. The scene showcases the passage of the king's carriage through the grand plaza during the reign of King Louis XIII or Louis XIV of France, around the years 1655 to 1665. The king, referred to as "Le Roi Soleil" or the Sun King, is not explicitly shown in the painting, but the grandeur and opulence of his carriage are evident. The painting captures the essence of the Marais district, which was the residence of the French nobility during the 17th century. The architectural beauty of the buildings, adorned with their red-tiled roofs and ornate facades, is accentuated by the contrasting colors of the carriage and the clothing of the men in the scene. The canvas material of the painting adds to the textured and authentic feel of the image. The Place Royale, located in the 4th arrondissement of Ile de France, France, was a popular gathering place for Parisians and a symbol of French heritage and history. The painting is now housed in the Musée Carnavalet, a renowned Parisian museum dedicated to the history of Paris. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment in history and appreciate the grandeur and elegance of the French monarchy during the 17th century.
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