The son of "Good King Henry" begins his reign under the control of his mother Marie de Medicis, whose intrigues he thwarts.

He masters a new religious war and takes Richelieu by his side to redress France.

The result is a decorative art that is both Italian and Flemish, with more sober but elegant lighting fixtures with alternating brushed, mat and satin aspects; in step with developments and furnishings.