louis xiii

Thân thiện

Louis XIII sits on his throne in the royal court.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A King of France: Louis XIII refers to the monarch who ruled France from 1610 until his death in 1643. His reign is notably characterized by his reliance on his chief minister, Cardinal Richelieu.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Louis XIII ascended to the throne at a young age after the assassination of his father, Henry IV.
  • The policies enacted during the reign of Louis XIII strengthened the authority of the French monarchy.
  • Cardinal Richelieu was the de facto ruler of France for much of Louis XIII's reign.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Reference: The term is used to denote the specific historical period of his rule.
  • The centralization of state power was a hallmark of the Louis XIII era.
• In Artistic Contexts: Sometimes referenced in works about French history or the Baroque period.
  • The portrait of Louis XIII by Philippe de Champaigne is a famous depiction of the king.

Variants and Related Words

• Louis Treize: The French term for Louis XIII, also used to describe the architectural and decorative style prevalent during his reign.
  • The furniture design is in the Louis Treize style, characterized by its robust and geometric forms.

Synonyms

• The King of France (1610-1643): A descriptive synonym specifying his title and period.
• Son of Henry IV: A reference highlighting his lineage.

Related Phrases

• Age of Louis XIII: A phrase used to describe the early 17th century in France.
  • French literature in the Age of Louis XIII was influenced by the political stability Richelieu brought.
• Court of Louis XIII: Refers to the royal court and its political and social environment.
  • The Court of Louis XIII was a center of intrigue and power struggles.

Học thuật

Noun

1. king of France from 1610 to 1643 who relied heavily on the advice of Cardinal Richelieu (1601-1643)

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