Louis XVI Showing the Constitution to his Son, the Dauphin (1792) by Jacques-Louis David

Louis XVI Showing the Constitution to his Son, the Dauphin - Jacques-Louis David - 1792

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TitleLouis XVI Showing the Constitution to his Son, the Dauphin
ArtistJacques-Louis David
Date1792
Dimensions180 x 110 cm
Art MovementNeoclassicism

About Louis XVI Showing the Constitution to his Son, the Dauphin

The artwork titled “Louis XVI Showing the Constitution to his Son, the Dauphin” was created by the artist Jacques-Louis David in 1792. It is associated with the Neoclassicism movement, a period known for its simplicity and reverence for classical traditions. The dimensions of the artwork are 180 cm by 110 cm, and it is categorized as a sketch and study.

In this sketch, one can observe a scene in which an adult figure, presumably Louis XVI, is depicted seated on the right, gesturing towards an object on a table that could represent the constitution. Facing him is a younger figure, likely his son, the Dauphin, who watches attentively. The sketch is quite rudimentary with minimal detailing, capturing the basics of anatomy and composition without delving into the finer nuances of facial expressions or clothing textures. The background is sparsely defined, providing just enough context to suggest an interior space. This creation serves not as a finished portrait but as an exploration of the initial concept, with a focus on the interaction between the figures and the critical moment they depict.

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