Louis Quinze, Roy de France (Louis XV)
1767
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jean-Charles François
Jean-Charles François (1757–1758) was an artist.
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chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Louis Quinze, Roy de France (Louis XV) is a 1767 chalk by Jean-Charles François, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with a serious expression, looking directly at the viewer. He has curly hair and wears a ruffled collar and a jacket with a high collar. The image is rendered in red ink, with visible lines and dots that give it a textured look. The background is a solid color, which helps the subject stand out. The level of detail in the portrait suggests that it was created with care and attention. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
Jean-Charles François (1757–1758) was an artist.
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