HIS 1120 Final: Final paper example
Document Summary
Towards the end of the seventeenth century, french culture dominated europe. Louis xiv redefined the french monarchy of the time, displaying his absolute power and vanity through his new palace and seat of government, Versailles" construction created a new economy; les produits de luxe destination de versailles et de la cour, soit une client le r duite et subventionn e, chappant aux m canismes g n raux de l"offre et de la demande. (michaud, p. 88) the palace would be a new client to local markets, creating its own mechanism of supply and demand. This economic boost would propel france into the forefront of the european economy. Versailles was intended as a monument to louis xvi"s gloire. (konnert, p. 258); the baroque style of architecture characteristic of versailles palace impresses people by its luxury, with colossal murals, rows of monumental statues, and an immense collection of fine furniture inside the palace. It is imposing and elegant, meant to intimidate and impress onlookers.
