Who painted Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates?

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates was painted by Abraham Bosse in 1630.

Where can I see Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates?

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates?

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates?

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Artwork

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates

Abraham Bosse , 1630

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates is a print by the Baroque artist Abraham Bosse. It dates from 1630 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1925.626
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Louis XIII Receiving a Deputation of Magistrates is a print by Abraham Bosse, dated to 1630, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a formal scene in which Louis XIII, seated on a throne and holding a scepter, receives a group of magistrates. The figures are dressed in attire characteristic of the period, conveying a sense of gravity and ceremony.

Technique & Style

The composition is set within an expansive, ornate room, with the figures and setting rendered in a style consistent with the Baroque aesthetic, known for its dramatic and formal qualities.