Royal Treasures From the Louvre: Louis XIV to Marie-Antoinette January 30, 2013

Royal Treasures from the Louvre: Louis XIV to Marie-Antoinette is the story of French royal patronage, and the showcased objects in the exhibition are nothing less than dazzling: the Gobelins manufactory's masterwork mosaic tabletop of semiprecious stones; the gemmes de la couronne, precious hardstone vases collected by Louis XIV; the presents du Roi, including diamond-and-gem snuffboxes made for the royal family to present as gifts; personal items made for Louis XV's private use or for use by his mistresses, Madame de Pompadour and Madame du Barry, including exquisite Sevres porcelain and silver; and Marie-Antoinette's personal collection of precious vases made of agate and other hardstones.