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General view of the Grand Carousel, given by Louis XIV in front of the Tuileries, Paris (engraving)
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General view of the Grand Carousel, given by Louis XIV in front of the Tuileries, Paris (engraving)
5614304 General view of the Grand Carousel, given by Louis XIV in front of the Tuileries, Paris (engraving); (add.info.: General view of the Grand Carousel, given by Louis XIV in front of the Tuileries, Paris, France, 5th June 1662, to celebrate the birth of the Dauphin. Taken from the stands which had been erected in front of the east facade of the palace of the Tuileries. On the right the Medicis gallery with the old tower facing the tower of Nesle, on the left the district of the Rue Saint Honore opposite the mansions of the Rue Saint Nicaise which then separated the Louvre from the Tuileries, at the bottom the Louvre. From L'Illustration, published 1936.); Photo © Hilary Morgan
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© © Hilary Morgan / Bridgeman Images
17th 5th June 1662 Birth Carousel Celebrating Dauphin District Gallery Grand Honore Louis Xiv Louvre Medicis Separated Seventeenth Tuileries Mansions Nesle Nicaise Rue Saint Honore
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Step back in time to the grandeur and opulence of 17th century France with this stunning engraving of the General view of the Grand Carousel, given by Louis XIV in front of the Tuileries in Paris. This historical image captures a momentous occasion on June 5th, 1662, when King Louis XIV celebrated the birth of his son, the Dauphin.
The scene is alive with color and movement as nobles and courtiers gather to witness this extravagant procession. From the stands erected in front of the east facade of the palace of Tuileries, one can see the Medicis gallery on the right and mansions lining Rue Saint Honore on the left. The Louvre looms in the background, a symbol of royal power and prestige.
This engraving not only showcases a momentous event in French history but also provides a glimpse into daily life during this period. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring to life a celebration fit for a king.
Transport yourself to another era with this print that encapsulates all the splendor and majesty of Louis XIV's reign. It is truly a piece that will spark curiosity and wonder about centuries past.
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