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Cavalcade of Louis XV after the coronation 26 october 1722

Pierre-Denis Martin

1724

oil

canvas

From the collection of Palace of Versailles

Rococo painting 18th Century

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Cavalcade of Louis XV after the coronation 26 october 1722 is a 1724 oil by Pierre-Denis Martin, a Rococo painting work, held at Palace of Versailles.

Who painted this?: Pierre-Denis Martin
When & what style?: 1724 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Palace of Versailles

About this work

The painting is titled Cavalcade of Louis XV after the coronation 26 october 1722. It was created by Pierre-Denis Martin in 1724. The Palace of Versailles holds this painting, which is made with oil paint. This painting has a specific historical context, as it depicts a scene from 1722, just a couple of years before it was painted. The artist likely had a reason to create this scene, possibly to commemorate the event. You can learn more about the artist and his work at the Palace of Versailles.

About the artist

Artist

Pierre-Denis Martin

Pierre-Denis Martin (1663 – 1742) was a French painter of historical subjects, battles, hunts, and architectural views, particularly of royal residences, such as the Palace of Versailles and the Château de Compiègne.

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