Louis XIV 1638-1715 playing billiards with Philippe I (1640-1701) Duke of Orleans, the Count of Toulouse, the Duke of Vendome, Monsieur dArmagnac and Monsieur de Chamillard, 1694
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Antoine Trouvain's Louis XIV 1638-1715 playing billiards with Philippe I (1640-1701) Duke of Orleans, the Count of Toulouse, the Duke of Vendome, Monsieur dArmagnac and Monsieur de Chamillard, 1694 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The vibrant 1694 engraving by Antoine Trouvain captures Louis XIV in rare informal splendor during a billiards match at Versailles, surrounded by his brother Philippe I d'Orléans and key nobility. Bathed in the golden glow of courtly leisure, the work pulsates with Baroque dynamism - silks ripple under candlelight while billiard cues create diagonal energy across the composition. As a premier document of royal recreation under Le Roi Soleil, Trouvain's masterpiece exemplifies the propagandistic yet intimate court portraiture flourishing in late 17th-century France. The viewer practically hears the ivory balls clacking and fabrics whispering as the Sun King demonstrates his famed athletic prowess, offering historians invaluable insight into Versailles' private moments behind the formality of Hyacinthe Rigaud's state portraits. These engravings proliferated through aristocratic circles, cementing Trouvain's reputation as a master of conveying regal conviviality through intricate lace renderings and theatrical lighting effects.
For sophisticated interiors, consider a 24x36 inch giclée reproduction framed in Louis XIV-style giltwood with acanthus leaf detailing to honor Trouvain's original medium. Install it in a wood-paneled study or formal dining room where the warm umbers and golds harmonize with Venetian plaster walls and Persian rugs in analogous burgundy tones. The horizontal composition makes it ideal above a fireplace or baroque console table flanked by Boulle-style marquetry cabinets. Modern offices can temper its opulence by pairing with matte black millwork and sculptural 1940s brass lighting, allowing Trouvain's dynamic figures to become a striking focal point against minimalist surrounds. Avoid high-traffic areas - this delicate engraving reproduction demands contemplation-like placement befitting its royal subject.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
