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Simon Thomassin (1655-1733)

LOUIS XV 1715

Engraving | 23.4 x 17.4 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 617252

Simon Thomassin (1655-1733)

LOUIS XV 1715

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Description

Engraving of Louis XV, King of France. Bust length medallion portrait, with curled hair, armour, and mantle. With French inscription below, including publisher's address, 'Se vend chez Thomassin rue S. jacques vis a vis la rue de plastre AParis 1715.' Borders trimmed.

Provenance

Acquired by George III.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Simon Thomassin (1655-1733)
(engraver)

After
Search the collection Norbert Roëttiers (1665-1727)
(medallist)

Search the collection Thomassin, S. : Rue St Jacques, Paris
(publisher)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page George III, King of the United Kingdom (1738-1820)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Louis XV, King of France (1710-74)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Engraving

engraving

Measurements

23.4 x 17.4 cm (sheet of paper)
Groupings
Category
Portrait Prints
Object type(s)
visual works
prints
Subject(s)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Plastic arts
Numismatics
Medals

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