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One Hundred Great Paintings

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

A series in which guests from the world of art give their views on one particular painting they admire. The theme of Adoration is well represented by this splendidly imposing and regal portrait. Rigaud (1659-1743) Louis XIV at the Louvre, Paris
Shown dressed in his coronation robes, the builder of the magnificent Palace of Versailles commissioned this painting. Haughty and impassive, he seems to win in the confrontation with the artist. Written and presented by Anita Brookner
Directed by KENNETH CORDEN
(Tomorrow: 'The Triumph of Virtue' by Tiepolo)

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Presented By:
Anita Brookner
Directed By:
Kenneth Corden
Source: Radio Times

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