Tag Archives: God

Louis XIV as He is: Protector of Arts

Posted on September 16, 2018 by

Louis XIV had an exceptional art taste. We can see its evidences in various things: in his capacity to be a king-creator, to make an artistic environment wherever he appeared, to make the art in any form  serve France and … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary, Louis le Grand!

Posted on September 5, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, today is more than just an ordinary Louis XIV’s birthday. It is his 380th anniversary. 🙂 🙂 🙂 So, let’s wish him many years & all the best wherever in the Universe he is! Rondeau 1678 dedicated to … Continue reading →

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At King’s Service: Marc-Antoine Charpentier

Posted on August 29, 2018 by

Marc-Antoine Charpentier (1643-1704) is a genius of spiritual music of Louis XIV’s time. He is an example of a perfect composer who was able to create profound compositions for various instruments. He was highly appreciated and recognized by his contemporaries and … Continue reading →

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Royal Meal III: Easter Menu

Posted on April 1, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, Happy Easter! On this occasion I would like to present you a curious menu, (please, take into account that the number of dishes was meant for a big company, not for only one person), that was typical for … Continue reading →

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Myth VII: He Built Versailles for Himself!

Posted on March 9, 2018 by

Of course, he has! I have never doubted this astonishing historical discovery, made many centuries after. In fact, this ugly, short king with blue eyes, who had no teeth and had problem to drink vine as it poured back straight … Continue reading →

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Myth V: Absolutism

Posted on February 23, 2018 by

I imagine Louis XIV’s surprised countenance if he has learnt that he has been the absolute monarch. And this might be the great discovery also for you, Esteemed Readers. The absolute monarchy, absolutism in the 17th century – that what … Continue reading →

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Myth IV: Greatest Lover of All The Times

Posted on February 20, 2018 by

  Esteemed Readers, please, don’t take my words wrongly. By no means I wish to show any disrespect towards my King! All I want is to touch this rather curious topic from another point of view. 🙂 So, an ordinary … Continue reading →

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