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Caricature depicting Louis XIV as Apollo in his chariot, 1701 (etching)
XOS1123790 Caricature depicting Louis XIV as Apollo in his chariot, 1701 (etching) by Hooghe, Romeyn de (d.1708); 10.2x13.6 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Louis XIV (1638-1715) King of France.
FranAzoise d AubignA©, Marquise de Maintenon (1635-1719) second wife of Louis XIV.
The King is portrayed as old and fragile Apollo, while being led by Madame de Maintenon riding a chariot, is attacked by a lion (William III). An eagle (the Empire) grabs the reins.
); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 12708106
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Chariot Constellations Crippled Crutches Sun God Sun King
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring a touch of historical whimsy to your walls with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating caricature, titled "Louis XIV as Apollo in his Chariot," showcases the wit and artistic brilliance of Romeyn de Hooghe. Originally created as an etching in 1701, this image depicts the Sun King of France transformed into the mythological god Apollo, riding in his chariot. A must-have for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this poster print offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past. Experience the allure and charisma of the legendary Louis XIV, immortalized in this extraordinary work of art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.6cm x 42cm (22.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This etching, titled "Caricature depicting Louis XIV as Apollo in his chariot" offers a whimsical and satirical portrayal of the famous Sun King. Created by Romeyn de Hooghe in 1701, this print measures 10.2x13.6 cm and is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. In this artwork, Louis XIV is depicted as an aged and fragile Apollo, the Greek god associated with the sun. He sits atop a grand chariot while being led by his second wife, Françoise d'Aubigné, Marquise de Maintenon. However, their journey is far from peaceful as they are attacked by a lion symbolizing William III of England. Adding to the symbolism, an eagle representing the Empire grabs hold of the reins. This cleverly portrays Louis XIV's struggle to maintain control over his vast kingdom during his later years. The artist's use of caricature highlights not only Louis XIV's physical decline but also comments on political power dynamics within aristocracy. The inclusion of constellations adds another layer of meaning to this intricate composition. Overall, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into both historical events and artistic techniques prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder that even powerful rulers like Louis XIV were subject to criticism and satire through art forms such as caricature.
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