Artwork
Louis XVI, Henri IV, and Louis XII

Louis XVI, Henri IV, and Louis XII is an ink print by the Baroque artist Augustin de Saint-Aubin. It dates from 1772 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:across bottom in plate: Peint par P. Sauvage Peintre du Roi et Gravé par Aug. de St. Aubin, Graveur du Roi et de sa Bibliothe.; lower left in plate: Se Vend, à Paris chez M. Desmarest, / Hôtel de Bullion, rue Platriere.; lower right in plate: Présenté à sa Majesté / Par son très humble et très obeissant Serviteur et Sujet / Desmarets; around top of oval in plate: LOUIS XII. HENRI IV. LOUIS XVI.; in plaque below circular border: Dédie à la Reine.
About this work
Overview
The engraving 'Louis XVI, Henri IV, and Louis XII' is a print on laid paper created by Augustin de Saint-Aubin in 1772, the year of his birth and death.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts three French monarchs - Louis XVI, Henri IV, and Louis XII - together in a single composition, showcasing the artist's skill in portraiture and historical representation.
Technique & Style
The engraving features the kings in antiquated attire with solemn expressions, exemplifying the artist's attention to detail and historical accuracy.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Augustin de Saint-Aubin sometimes styled Auguste de Saint-Aubin (3 January 1736 – 9 November 1807), belongs to an important dynasty of French designers and engravers.

















