The Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), Son of a king, father of a king, but never a king

October 14, 2025 February 15, 2026

The Palace of Versailles is presenting an exhibition devoted to the Grand Dauphin, Louis de France, the eldest child of Louis XIV. It traces the life of this often overlooked prince through nearly 250 works from French and international collections. As heir to the throne, he was the focal point of Bourbon dynastic ambitions, without ever reigning, but his education, residences and taste for the arts reflect the destiny which was his due.

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Exhibition catalog - Le Grand Dauphin (1661-1711) - Fils de roi, père de roi et jamais roi

MX043259

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FRENCH VERSION

Son of Louis XIV and Marie-Thérèse, Louis of France (1661-1711) was called Monseigneur but after his death, the Grand Dauphin. The authors recount his life, status and role as patron of the arts.
Through nearly 250 works from French and international collections and thanks to the contribution of the best specialists, this beautifully illustrated work traces the life of this little-known prince by following the formula of Saint-Simon: his princely education, his life at the court and his commitment in the affairs of the State.

Exhibition The Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), Son of a king, father of a king, but never a king at the Palace of Versailles from 14 October 2025 to 15 February 2026.

French
472 pages / 335 illustrations

Éditions Faton

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