Cour Royale Collection

BUEIL, John V of (1406-1477). CHARLES VII of France (1403-1461). King of France (1422-1461)
CUL4871178 BUEIL, John V of (1406-1477). CHARLES VII of France (1403-1461). King of France (1422-1461), Valois dynasty.; JOAN OF ARC, Saint (1412-1431). English heroine during the Hundred Years War

Costume of a lady of rank, reign of William and Mary, 1696. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's
FLO4655413 Costume of a lady of rank, reign of William and Mary, 1696. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's " Female Costumes Historical, National and Dramatic in 200 Plates

Portrait of the China-Tartar Emperor Qianlong, and a literary mandarin of his court
FLO4622351 Portrait of the China-Tartar Emperor Qianlong, and a literary mandarin of his court. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Joan of Arc knighted by the king of France, 1493 (engraving)
8822185 Joan of Arc knighted by the king of France, 1493 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joan of Arc knighted by the King of France - engraving based on the manuscript "Les vigiles)

Lady of the court, reign of Henry VII, England, 1480. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's "
FLO4656729 Lady of the court, reign of Henry VII, England, 1480. Handcoloured lithograph from Thomas Hailes Lacy's " Female Costumes Historical, National and Dramatic in 200 Plates

Master of the court of Ethiopia, after Titian Vicellio, 1590 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet
FLO4686423 Master of the court of Ethiopia, after Titian Vicellio, 1590 - Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Fashion and Costumes Foreign Ancients

Princess Maria Teresa of Savoy-Carignan, Princess de Lamballe (Marie Louise Therese de Savoie)
FLO4655858 Princess Maria Teresa of Savoy-Carignan, Princess de Lamballe (Marie Louise Therese de Savoie, dit Mademoiselle de Carignan ou princess de Lamballe lady of the court, France, 1786)

Khatchadour D'hohannes, officer of the Prince Royal of Persia, 1816, after de Lecluse
FLO4686604 Khatchadour D'hohannes, officer of the Prince Royal of Persia, 1816, after de Lecluse. Handcoloured steel engraving by Hippolyte Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et

Louis XIV and his court, 19th century (engraving)
PCT5618270 Louis XIV and his court, 19th century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: King Louis XIV of France (Louis 14, 1638-1715) and his court - nobility

Las Meninas. Detail: self portrait of the painter in front of his easel, 1656 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4617572 Las Meninas. Detail: self portrait of the painter in front of his easel, 1656 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 318 x 276 cm; Prado, Madrid

Las Meninas, Detail : Margarita Teresa surrounded by servants and court dwarfs, 1656 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4617571 Las Meninas, Detail : Margarita Teresa surrounded by servants and court dwarfs, 1656 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 318 x 276 cm; Prado, Madrid

Las Meninas. Detail: nun and dwarf, 1656 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4617586 Las Meninas. Detail: nun and dwarf, 1656 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 318 x 276 cm; Prado, Madrid

Las Meninas or the Family of Philip IV, 1656 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4665450 Las Meninas or the Family of Philip IV, 1656 (oil on canvas) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); 316x276 cm; Prado, Madrid

Louis XIV: "I almost waited" (1700), 1896 (illustration)
7304530 Louis XIV: "I almost waited" (1700), 1896 (illustration) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Louis XIV)

Hairdressing session of a lady of the court in the 17th century - in "A woman of quality in the past
LSE4096277 Hairdressing session of a lady of the court in the 17th century - in " A woman of quality in the past century", 1778 by Unknown artist

Louis XIV in Versailles, 1929 (print)
5674901 Louis XIV in Versailles, 1929 (print) by Beuzon, Joseph (1864-1940); (add.info.: The king Louis XIV and his court in the Versailles gardens Illustration par Joseph et Louis Beuzon in Premier)

Thirty Years War: "Interview of the King of France Louis XIV (1638-1715) and Philip IV of Spain (1605-1665)
LSE4313622 Thirty Years War: " Interview of the King of France Louis XIV (1638-1715) and Philip IV of Spain (1605-1665)

Interview of Francois I and Henry VIII at the camp du cloth d Or on June 7
JLJ4578071 Interview of Francois I and Henry VIII at the camp du cloth d Or on June 7, 1520" Detail. Painting by Friedrich Bouterwerk (Bouterwek) (1806-1867). 1845. Dim. 3.4 x 1.7

Feast meal scene, served for King Alexander and his courtiers in the last days of his
JLJ4584799 Feast meal scene, served for King Alexander and his courtiers in the last days of his life. Miniature taken from " La Vraye Histoire du Bon Roy Alixandre" by Callisthenes

Feast meal scene, a peacock is served on the table. Miniature taken from "
JLJ4584793 Feast meal scene, a peacock is served on the table. Miniature taken from " La Vraye Histoire du Bon Roy Alixandre" by Callisthenes, or Kallisthenes (c)

The Danish court in front of the Reale casino. Painting by Johan Dahl (1788-1857), 1821
JLJ4607047 The Danish court in front of the Reale casino. Painting by Johan Dahl (1788-1857), 1821. Naples, National Museum of Capodimonte by Dahl, Johan Christian (1788-1857); Museo di Capodimonte

Caleche et cortege Detail of "the entrance to Arras by Louis XIV
JLJ4596497 Caleche et cortege Detail of " the entrance to Arras by Louis XIV and Marie Therese on July 30, 1667" Painting by Adam Van der Meulen (1632-1690) 1667 by Meulen

Bal at the court of King Henry III and Queen Catherine de Medicis (Caterina de Medici
JLJ4576436 Bal at the court of King Henry III and Queen Catherine de Medicis (Caterina de Medici) known as the Bal of the Duke of Alencon The sovereigns are represented on the left

The banquet of the monarchs of the house of Austria Detail representing on the right Anne
JLJ4607853 The banquet of the monarchs of the house of Austria Detail representing on the right Anne of Austria (1549-1580), wife of Philip II of Spain (1527-1598), has its side

Embassy of Hippolyte, Queen of the Amazons in Thesee, King of Athenes Painting by Vittore
JLJ4577535 Embassy of Hippolyte, Queen of the Amazons in Thesee, King of Athenes Painting by Vittore Carpaccio (1450-1526) 16th century Paris, Musee Jacquemart Andre

Fete on the occasion of the centenary of the founding of the Military Order of Marie
JLJ4577360 Fete on the occasion of the centenary of the founding of the Military Order of Marie Therese Iere in 1857 Anonymous painting

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"Cour Royale: A Glimpse into the Magnificence of the 17th Century Court" Step into the captivating world of "Cour Royale, " where art and history intertwine to depict the opulence and grandeur of royal courts. In one corner, we find ourselves immersed in Diego Velázquez's masterpiece, "Las Meninas. " The self-portrait of the painter himself stands proudly in front of his easel, capturing a moment frozen in time. As our gaze wanders further, we encounter another detail from "Las Meninas" - Margarita Teresa surrounded by servants and court dwarfs. This intricate painting showcases not only the young princess but also highlights the diverse cast that made up a royal entourage during those times. Moving on to yet another fascinating aspect within this artistic realm, we stumble upon a nun and dwarf depicted in Velázquez's work. This unusual pairing sparks curiosity about their roles within court life and adds an intriguing layer to this historical narrative. The focal point then shifts to Louis XIV, famously known as the Sun King. His iconic quote, "I almost waited, " resonates with his larger-than-life persona as he presided over Versailles with unmatched splendor. We catch a glimpse of him amidst his hairdressing session – an intimate moment showcasing both luxury and meticulous attention to appearance. Delving deeper into history, we uncover significant events such as the Treaty of Pyrenees signed between France and Spain after an intense Thirty Years War. The meeting between Louis XIV and Philip IV on Paisans Island becomes etched in our minds as two powerful monarchs negotiate peace against a backdrop of political intrigue. Traveling back even further through time brings us face-to-face with Francois I and Henry VIII at Camp du Cloth d Or – an extraordinary encounter between two influential rulers that shaped European politics for centuries to come.