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Is the chateau de Versailles, which was build by Louis XIV in the 17th century.

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To no king. He supported the revolution.


Who was the original owner of the Chateau de Chambord?

King François I ordered the Chateau to be built. He was the original owner, and wanted it to be closer to his mistress, and used it for hunting trips. For more than 80 years after the death of King François, French kings abandoned the château, allowing it to fall into decay. Finally, in 1639 King Louis XIII gave it to his brother, Gaston d'Orléans, who saved the château from ruin by carrying out much restoration work. King Louis XIV had the great keep restored and furnished the royal apartments. The king then added a 1,200-horse stable, enabling him to use the château as a hunting lodge and a place to entertain a few weeks each year. Nonetheless, Louis XIV abandoned the château in 1685. From 1725 to 1733, Stanislas Leszczyński (Stanislas I), the deposed King of Poland and father-in-law of King Louis XV, lived at Chambord. In 1745, as a reward for valour, the king gave the château to Maurice de Saxe, Marshal of France who installed his military regiment there. Maurice de Saxe died in 1750 and once again the colossal château sat empty for many years.


The reign of French King Louis XIV from 1643 and acirc and 128 and 147 1715 was marked by power and wealth. How did that historical context affect the art of the time?

The reign of Louis XIV, known as the "Sun King," fostered a culture of opulence and grandeur that profoundly influenced the art of the period. His court at Versailles became a hub for artists, leading to the flourishing of Baroque art characterized by dramatic expressions, elaborate details, and a sense of divine grandeur. The emphasis on royal patronage and the glorification of the monarchy inspired works that reflected the power and wealth of the regime, such as grandiose paintings, ornate architecture, and theatrical performances that celebrated both the king and the state. This artistic flourishing not only reinforced Louis XIV's authority but also established France as a cultural leader in Europe.


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Where did Diego Velasquez get inspiration?

Easy enough. He was court painter to King Philip IV. The king told him who he had to portray.