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Allegories presenting a medallion of Louis XIV, 1686 (marble)
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Allegories presenting a medallion of Louis XIV, 1686 (marble)
7308589 Allegories presenting a medallion of Louis XIV, 1686 (marble) by Prou, Jacques II (1655-1706); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Painting and Sculpture presenting a medallion of King Louis XIV, 1686 Marble. Allegories in Honor of the King
Sculptor:Jacques Prou
Louvre Museum, Paris); © Frank Buffetrille. All rights reserved 2022
Media ID 28384042
© Frank Buffetrille. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images
Allegoric Bare Baroque Art Baroque Style Naked Woman Naked Women Nude Woman Symbole Symbolical Representation Symbology Woman Symbol Art Style Symbols
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This print showcases the exquisite marble sculpture titled "Allegories presenting a medallion of Louis XIV" created by Jacques II Prou in 1686. Located at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, this masterpiece pays homage to King Louis XIV through its intricate allegorical representation. The sculpture features a woman symbolizing France, elegantly posed and holding a medallion that depicts the likeness of Louis XIV. The artist skillfully captures the essence of the Baroque art movement with its detailed craftsmanship and symbolic elements. The naked woman portrayed in the artwork adds an element of vulnerability and sensuality, reflecting both artistic conventions of the time and French cultural ideals. Her nudity serves as a powerful symbol representing purity and truth. As we delve into this early 17th-century piece, we are transported back to a time when allegoric works were highly valued for their ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling. The combination of delicate details, rich symbolism, and masterful sculpting techniques make this artwork truly remarkable. Frank Buffetrille's expert photography allows us to appreciate every nuanced curve and texture captured within this stunning sculpture. Through his lens, we can explore not only the beauty but also the historical significance behind this magnificent work of art from seventeenth-century France.
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