Who painted Louis le Bien Aime?

Louis le Bien Aime was painted by Pierre-François Basan in 1760.

Where can I see Louis le Bien Aime?

Louis le Bien Aime is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Louis le Bien Aime?

Louis le Bien Aime is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Louis le Bien Aime?

Museum-quality prints of Louis le Bien Aime are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Louis le Bien Aime

Pierre-François Basan , 1760

Louis le Bien Aime is an ink print by the Baroque artist Pierre-François Basan. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across bottom in plate: Le Moine et figieme Pinscit / Basans Sculpsit / Louis le Bien Aime / Roy de France et de Navarre; across bottom in plate: (14 lines of poetry)

About this work

Overview

Louis le Bien Aime is an engraving on laid paper created by Pierre-François Basan in 1760.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an older man holding a lantern and an ornate mirror that reflects a younger man in elaborate attire, surrounded by scattered objects such as a birdcage, book, and flowers, suggesting a narrative involving light and revelation.

Technique & Style

The engraving features sharp details and intricate carvings, particularly in the mirror's frame, showcasing Basan's skill with the medium.