Portrait of King Louis XV

Portrait of King Louis XV by Maurice Quentin de La Tour
Artist
Maurice Quentin de La Tour
Date
1748 ; France
Style
Rococo
Genre
Portrait
The Portrait of King Louis XV by Maurice Quentin de La Tour showcases his mastery in Pastel as a medium, capturing the regal figure with delicate detail and vibrant color. La Tour, a renowned French painter, specialized in creating intimate and elegant Portraits in the Rococo style, emphasizing softness and fluidity. This artwork, typically rendered on Canvas, exemplifies the Rococo’s graceful aesthetics and La Tour's skill in portraying his royal subject with both grandeur and intimacy.

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