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Louis XIV: Talk – The Wallace Collection

Join Curator of Decorative Arts, Alexander Collins, for an exploration of the life and legacy of Louis XIV through a range of extraordinary objects from across our collection.

Known as the ‘Sun King’, Louis XIV shaped France into the dominant political and cultural power of 17th-century Europe. From furniture and sculpture to medals and even arms and armour, learn how these objects acted as symbols of courtly magnificence and commemorated Louis XIV’s political and military achievements. Through these remarkable works, gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between art, power and propaganda at the court of Versailles, and the enduring impact of the Sun King’s reign on European culture.

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Event Details

17 December 2026

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The Wallace Collection
Manchester Square
London
W1U 3BN
United Kingdom