17th Century Portrait of Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti
Divine 17th century portrait of Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti by Nicolas de Larmessin. Part of our collection of original 17th century prints of the royal court of Europe. A beautiful piece on its own and even better as part of a larger set. Hand numbered ‘29’ in ink by the printer.
Signed: “Larmessin, Sculp’
Dimensions—
Frame Size: 11 5/8” x 14 5/8”
Print Size: 11.8” x 8.3”
Condition: Very good, wear consistent with age. Framed under Art Glass to protect against UV rays.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
About Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti
Louis Armand I, the Prince of Conti, born on 30 April 1661 at Hôtel de Conti in Paris and died 9 November 1685 at age 24 at the Palace of Fontainebleau from smallpox. He was the son-in-law of Louis XIV, who was his namesake and as a member of the reigning House of Bourbon, was a ‘Prince du Sang’ or Prince of the Blood. In 1680 he married Marie Anne de Bourbon, the illegitimate daughter of King Louis XIV and his first mistress, Louse de la Vallière. After serving with distinction in Flanders in 1683, he went onto Hungary to fight against the Turks, which was against the wishes of the King. When he returned home, he contracted smallpox from his wife and succumbed to the disease five days later.
About Nicolas de Larmessin II
Nicolas de Larmessin II, usually referred to as Nicolas de Larmessin or Nicolas Ier de Larmessin, born in 1632 and died in 1694, was a French engraver and publisher based in Paris, under the name of La Pomme d'Or.
He is mainly known for his prints representing the kings of France, from Faramond to Louis XIV, the queens of France and several popes, as well as for the plates known as the Grotesque Costumes, representing different trades.
Divine 17th century portrait of Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti by Nicolas de Larmessin. Part of our collection of original 17th century prints of the royal court of Europe. A beautiful piece on its own and even better as part of a larger set. Hand numbered ‘29’ in ink by the printer.
Signed: “Larmessin, Sculp’
Dimensions—
Frame Size: 11 5/8” x 14 5/8”
Print Size: 11.8” x 8.3”
Condition: Very good, wear consistent with age. Framed under Art Glass to protect against UV rays.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
About Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti
Louis Armand I, the Prince of Conti, born on 30 April 1661 at Hôtel de Conti in Paris and died 9 November 1685 at age 24 at the Palace of Fontainebleau from smallpox. He was the son-in-law of Louis XIV, who was his namesake and as a member of the reigning House of Bourbon, was a ‘Prince du Sang’ or Prince of the Blood. In 1680 he married Marie Anne de Bourbon, the illegitimate daughter of King Louis XIV and his first mistress, Louse de la Vallière. After serving with distinction in Flanders in 1683, he went onto Hungary to fight against the Turks, which was against the wishes of the King. When he returned home, he contracted smallpox from his wife and succumbed to the disease five days later.
About Nicolas de Larmessin II
Nicolas de Larmessin II, usually referred to as Nicolas de Larmessin or Nicolas Ier de Larmessin, born in 1632 and died in 1694, was a French engraver and publisher based in Paris, under the name of La Pomme d'Or.
He is mainly known for his prints representing the kings of France, from Faramond to Louis XIV, the queens of France and several popes, as well as for the plates known as the Grotesque Costumes, representing different trades.
Divine 17th century portrait of Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti by Nicolas de Larmessin. Part of our collection of original 17th century prints of the royal court of Europe. A beautiful piece on its own and even better as part of a larger set. Hand numbered ‘29’ in ink by the printer.
Signed: “Larmessin, Sculp’
Dimensions—
Frame Size: 11 5/8” x 14 5/8”
Print Size: 11.8” x 8.3”
Condition: Very good, wear consistent with age. Framed under Art Glass to protect against UV rays.
Shipping & Delivery—Shipping costs are not included in the sale price of this item as it varies greatly depending on location. This piece is available for worldwide shipping. Please contact us for shipping quotes. At checkout, please select the shipping option Invoice Forthcoming. After purchase we will reach out with an invoice and to make arrangements. We always work to get the most affordable shipping rates while ensuring the safe delivery of our pieces. If you have any questions, please email orders@shopcurioshop.com.
Local Delivery—Local Delivery is available for Manhattan, Brooklyn, & Queens. Please email us to make arrangements.
About Louis Armand I, Prince of Conti
Louis Armand I, the Prince of Conti, born on 30 April 1661 at Hôtel de Conti in Paris and died 9 November 1685 at age 24 at the Palace of Fontainebleau from smallpox. He was the son-in-law of Louis XIV, who was his namesake and as a member of the reigning House of Bourbon, was a ‘Prince du Sang’ or Prince of the Blood. In 1680 he married Marie Anne de Bourbon, the illegitimate daughter of King Louis XIV and his first mistress, Louse de la Vallière. After serving with distinction in Flanders in 1683, he went onto Hungary to fight against the Turks, which was against the wishes of the King. When he returned home, he contracted smallpox from his wife and succumbed to the disease five days later.
About Nicolas de Larmessin II
Nicolas de Larmessin II, usually referred to as Nicolas de Larmessin or Nicolas Ier de Larmessin, born in 1632 and died in 1694, was a French engraver and publisher based in Paris, under the name of La Pomme d'Or.
He is mainly known for his prints representing the kings of France, from Faramond to Louis XIV, the queens of France and several popes, as well as for the plates known as the Grotesque Costumes, representing different trades.
