How Did Louis Xiv Promote Authority

In the 17th century France, the royal power split, the noblest had their own power and land. Moreover, France was in in heavy debt. In order to consolidate the royal power, Louis XIV set off a reform. During his reign, he made France the top fashion country and the most powerful country in Europe. The Sun King packed himself in a modest fashion and stylish to create divine right granted. At the same time, he used garment industry to revitalize the national economy. This paper will first analyze Louis XIV and Philip IV portraits to discuss how did Louis XIV promote authority. Secondly, it will discuss Louis XIV passed Sumptuary Laws to revitalize the French textile industry to gain financial revenue and how Louis XIV control the nobility with fashion.

The portrait of Philip IV was made in

The silk curtains form a royal crown on the king 's head, while the luxurious carpets create a gorgeous environment. On the left, a marble pillar is located at the top of a gold-plated base, symbolizing the power of the monarch. Louis XIV is wearing an oversized coronation robe, which looks like quit, the gorgeous material and pattern strengthened the power of the monarch; black and white fur, blue and gold iris and the stylized lily are the symbols of the French

At the right side, there is a sword studded with a lot of jewels, which is a symbol of his military strength. In his right hand, he holds a truncheon, while the crown is located on the foot table. As for Louis 's posture, though Louis XIV was not tall, it is hard to recognize it in this painting. It highlights Louis 's leg. His legs are strong and full of strength, which looks like young dancer. High heels also increased Louis 's height by a few inches. Louis XIV recognized the importance of propaganda, he used the image to promote his authority, every detail is intended to remind the audience, the monarch 's supreme position and its sacred