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Louis XVI (1754-1793), 18th century (lithograph)
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Louis XVI (1754-1793), 18th century (lithograph)
863491 Louis XVI (1754-1793), 18th century (lithograph); (add.info.: Louis XVI (-1793) king of France from 1774, brought to trial by the revolutionary National Convention, December 1792. Guillotined 21 January 1793. French Revolution. Lithograph.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38453428
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1792 Guillotined Hairdo Hairstyles Hairstyling Historical Clothing Looking At Camera Louis Xvi National Convention One Mid Adult Man Only Scarf Square Image Hair Style
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This striking lithograph captures the image of Louis XVI, the ill-fated king of France during the turbulent years of the 18th century. Known for his elaborate hairstyles and regal presence, Louis XVI's reign was marked by political unrest and ultimately ended in tragedy with his execution by guillotine in 1793.
In this close-up portrait, we see a glimpse of the man behind the crown - a figure caught between tradition and revolution. His intricate hairstyle reflects the opulence of French royalty, while his piercing gaze hints at the weight of responsibility he carried as monarch.
The detailed rendering of Louis XVI's features gives us a sense of his humanity amidst the grandeur of historical clothing and royal insignia. The scarf draped around his neck adds a touch of elegance to this somber depiction, reminding us that even kings are subject to fate.
As we contemplate this image from centuries past, we are reminded of the complexities of power and privilege, as well as the fragility of human life in times of upheaval. Louis XVI may have met a tragic end, but his legacy lives on through art such as this lithograph - a testament to an era defined by both glory and downfall.
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