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| Attributed to Pierre Gobert, Portrait of Louis XV with Two Dogs. Early 18th century, oil on canvas. Private Collection. |
Young Louis XV heads outside with two puppies!
The larger pup has a French blue ribbon which the young king holds as the dog jumps up in a playful manner. The second pup can hardly contain his excitement to get out and play!
Versailles is seen clearly in the background, with its perfectly kept French style gardens. I can only imagine there was much more playing happening than 'standing steady' for this portrait.
lovely painting.
ReplyDelete@Rainbow Gatherer I love the garden view in the background!
ReplyDeletei love when 18th century art involves the pets of that time, just as important as they are today!
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