Louis XIV as a Boy
1643
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1643
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait depicts a young boy with long, curly hair and a lace-trimmed collar. He wears a striped shirt with a bow at the front and a sash across his chest. The boy's gaze is directed to the right, and his expression is neutral. The background of the engraving is plain, with no discernible details or textures. The level of detail in the engraving suggests a high level of skill and attention to detail. For more information on the artist who created this work, look up Mellan, Claude.