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King Louis XV Of France After Pierre Gobert 18thc
18th century in the manner of Pierre Gobert (1662-1744). Beautifully painted, with almost a miniaturist's skill, this portrait is of an intimate size, being only 21.25 inches tall including the frame.
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This quality and animated portrait of Louis XV as a boy beautifully captures both the regality of this young king and his childhood innocence.
Louis XV was widely known as Louis Le Bien Aimé or Louis the Beloved and was born at the Palace of Versailles during the reign of his great-grandfather Louis XIV. Louis XV was not expected to become king, he was the third son of the Duke of Burgundy (who became the Grand Dauphin after his father’s death in April 1711) and was given the title of Duke of Anjou.
In 1712 the Grand Dauphin’s wife, Marie Adélaïde, died of smallpox and only a week later the Grand Dauphin, heartbroken and ill, also died.
It soon became apparent that their two sons, Louis, Duke of Brittany and the Duke of Anjou (Louis XV) had also become infected with smallpox and after several attempts to save the Duke of Brittany’s life, through extensive bloodletting, he died.
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The Duke of Anjou’s governess, Madame de Ventadour, prevented bloodletting to treat the young prince and ultimately saved his life. Louis survived smallpox and was the heir to the French throne at the age of two.
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Whilst the king was an infant the country was governed by a Regency Council of fourteen members including Philippe, Duke of Orléans, nephew of Louis XIV, who was named president.
It was Philippe of Orléans who encouraged French decorative arts and helped establish Louis XV’s extravagant style. Louis was curious and open-minded, an intelligent boy who quickly developed eclectic tastes.
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In 1721 at the age of eleven, Louis was betrothed to his first cousin Maria Anna Victoria of Spain who was three years old, and the following year he was crowned king in Reims Cathedral.
In the two years that followed, the Duke of Bourbon became increasingly concerned with Louis’s health and sought to find an older European princess who could bear children and would become the future queen of France.
The king married twenty-one year old Marie Leszczynska, daughter of Stanislaw I, deposed king of Poland, in 1725 when Louis was just fifteen.
Four years later after her third pregnancy, the queen gave birth to an heir, another Louis.
Louis XV’s reign was defined by lavish spending, which brought France to the edge of bankruptcy, and wars with England, Austria, the Ottoman Empire and Prussia. Called the ‘First Gentleman of Europe’ he was charming, handsome and intelligent three attributes present in the face of the young king in this portrait.
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ABOUT ARTIST
PIERRE GOBERT (1662 – 13 February 1744) was a French painter.
He was born in Fontainebleau, the son of the sculptor Jean Gobert. Pierre entered the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture on 31 December 1701 as a portraitist. During the reign of Louis XV he became the preferred painter of the great ladies of the court as evidenced by the large collection of portraits that he executed during that time.
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FRAME
The portrait is nicely shown within a later early 19thc gilt wooden frame fitted which presents the subject well.
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CONDITION
As found original condition being good and very respectable order for the age.
The frame has the usual wear to the gilt finish which is being moderately restored.
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FRAMED MEASUREMENTS
Height 21.25 Inches ( 54 cm )
Width 18.5 Inches ( 47 cm )
Depth 1.5 Inches ( 4 cm )
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DELIVERY
UK £50 / Europe £70 / USA & Asia £95
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TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES: 07765 856171
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This quality and animated portrait of Louis XV as a boy beautifully captures both the regality of this young king and his childhood innocence.
Louis XV was widely known as Louis Le Bien Aimé or Louis the Beloved and was born at the Palace of Versailles during the reign of his great-grandfather Louis XIV. Louis XV was not expected to become king, he was the third son of the Duke of Burgundy (who became the Grand Dauphin after his father’s death in April 1711) and was given the title of Duke of Anjou.
In 1712 the Grand Dauphin’s wife, Marie Adélaïde, died of smallpox and only a week later the Grand Dauphin, heartbroken and ill, also died.
It soon became apparent that their two sons, Louis, Duke of Brittany and the Duke of Anjou (Louis XV) had also become infected with smallpox and after several attempts to save the Duke of Brittany’s life, through extensive bloodletting, he died.
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The Duke of Anjou’s governess, Madame de Ventadour, prevented bloodletting to treat the young prince and ultimately saved his life. Louis survived smallpox and was the heir to the French throne at the age of two.
-
Whilst the king was an infant the country was governed by a Regency Council of fourteen members including Philippe, Duke of Orléans, nephew of Louis XIV, who was named president.
It was Philippe of Orléans who encouraged French decorative arts and helped establish Louis XV’s extravagant style. Louis was curious and open-minded, an intelligent boy who quickly developed eclectic tastes.
-
In 1721 at the age of eleven, Louis was betrothed to his first cousin Maria Anna Victoria of Spain who was three years old, and the following year he was crowned king in Reims Cathedral.
In the two years that followed, the Duke of Bourbon became increasingly concerned with Louis’s health and sought to find an older European princess who could bear children and would become the future queen of France.
The king married twenty-one year old Marie Leszczynska, daughter of Stanislaw I, deposed king of Poland, in 1725 when Louis was just fifteen.
Four years later after her third pregnancy, the queen gave birth to an heir, another Louis.
Louis XV’s reign was defined by lavish spending, which brought France to the edge of bankruptcy, and wars with England, Austria, the Ottoman Empire and Prussia. Called the ‘First Gentleman of Europe’ he was charming, handsome and intelligent three attributes present in the face of the young king in this portrait.
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ABOUT ARTIST
PIERRE GOBERT (1662 – 13 February 1744) was a French painter.
He was born in Fontainebleau, the son of the sculptor Jean Gobert. Pierre entered the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture on 31 December 1701 as a portraitist. During the reign of Louis XV he became the preferred painter of the great ladies of the court as evidenced by the large collection of portraits that he executed during that time.
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FRAME
The portrait is nicely shown within a later early 19thc gilt wooden frame fitted which presents the subject well.
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CONDITION
As found original condition being good and very respectable order for the age.
The frame has the usual wear to the gilt finish which is being moderately restored.
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FRAMED MEASUREMENTS
Height 21.25 Inches ( 54 cm )
Width 18.5 Inches ( 47 cm )
Depth 1.5 Inches ( 4 cm )
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DELIVERY
UK £50 / Europe £70 / USA & Asia £95
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TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES: 07765 856171
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Quote Our Ref: 0822
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 18/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
DimensionsFrame Size: H21.25 Ins ( 54 cm ) W18.5 Ins ( 47 cm )
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date 1780-1800
Late 18th Century Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin French
Condition Very Good For Age
Item code as153a1252 / 0822
Status Sold
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Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
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If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
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If payment is not received within this time, Mansion House Antiques & Fine Art reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
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East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07765856171
Non UK callers : +44 7765856171
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