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Tapisseries du Roi, ou sont representez les quatre elemens et les quatre saisons
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Tapisseries du Roi, ou sont representez les quatre elemens et les quatre saisons
2899709 Tapisseries du Roi, ou sont representez les quatre elemens et les quatre saisons by Andre Felibien, 1670 (engraving) (see also 2899708) by French School, (17th century); 45.5x41 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: FELIBIEN, Andre(1619-1695). Tapisseries du Roi, ou sont representez les quatre elemens et les quatre saisons. Paris: L Imprimerie Royale [Colophon: S. Marbe-Cramoisy], 1670.
Broadsheets (455 x 410 mm). Engraved title, letterpress title with large engraved device with royal coat-of-arms, two engraved section titles, 8 large double-page engravings of tapestries, 32 emblematic half-page engravings by Le Clerc and other artists after Jacques Bailly and Charles Le Brun and 4 double-page plates of tapestries glorifying Louis XIV as issued. Contemporary French red morocco, presentation binding with gilt arms of Louis XIV (Olivier 2494 fer 10) on sides, framed by a triple gilt fillet panel with his crowned cipher in each corner, triple gilt fillet outer border, spine in seven compartments with six raised bands, gilt-lettered in second compartment, a repeated gilt panel in the rest with smaller crowned Louis XIV cipher (Olivier 2494 fer 21) at centers. Provenance: Philip Hofer (bookplate and inscription to the Vershbows).
); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23303698
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Bourbons Dynasty House Of Bourbons France Louis The Great Louis Xiv Louis Xiv King Of France 1638 1715 The Sun King Tapestries
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This print showcases the exquisite "Tapisseries du Roi, ou sont representez les quatre elemens et les quatre saisons" by Andre Felibien. Created in 1670, this engraving is a true masterpiece of the 17th century French School. Measuring 45.5x41 cm, it is currently held in a private collection. The artwork consists of eight large double-page engravings depicting tapestries representing the four elements and four seasons. Each tapestry beautifully captures the essence of nature's elements and seasonal changes with intricate details and vibrant colors. The print also includes thirty-two emblematic half-page engravings by Le Clerc and other artists after Jacques Bailly and Charles Le Brun, as well as four double-page plates glorifying Louis XIV. The presentation binding features a stunning red morocco cover adorned with gilt arms of Louis XIV, showcasing his royal coat-of-arms. This rare piece has an impressive provenance, having once belonged to Philip Hofer, as evidenced by his bookplate and inscription on the Vershbows page. Capturing both historical significance and artistic brilliance, this print allows art enthusiasts to appreciate the mastery behind Felibien's work while immersing themselves in the grandeur of Louis XIV's reign.
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