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What is the political significance of King Louis XIV's portrait, painted by Jacques-Louis David ? A. peace over conflict B. revolutionary action C. absolute monarchy

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What is the political significance of King Louis XIV's portrait, painted by Jacques-Louis David ? A. peace over conflict B. revolutionary action C. absolute monarchy

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The correct answe is C.

After the death of King Charles II of Spain 1700, Louis XIV's grandson, Philip, Duke of Anjou, was at the forefront of legitimate contenders for the crown. He convinced Louis XIV to order Hyacinthe Rigaud to paint a portrait of him. This image sought not to show Louis' character but to glorify the absolute monarchy.

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