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French Marble Bust of Louis XIV, the Sun King

About the Item

Louis XIV, known as Louis the Great or Le Roi Soleil (Sun King) was a monarch who reigned as king of France from 1643 until his death in 1715. His reign of 72 years and 110 days is the longest recorded of any monarch of a sovereign country in European history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 22.5 in (57.15 cm)Depth: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Vert good state, large, beautiful piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3827124349272

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