In 1662, Jean-Baptiste Colbert reorganized the Gobelins Manufactory under Louis XIV, transforming it into a royal factory renowned for producing luxurious tapestries, furniture, and other goods. This establishment aimed to project French prestige and craftsmanship, reflecting the grandeur of the monarchy. The Gobelins became a symbol of royal patronage and artistic excellence, influencing European decorative arts.

The establishment of the Gobelins Manufactory influenced French Classical poetry by providing a rich vocabulary of visual splendor. Poets utilized this opulence to either praise the monarchy or satirize the excesses of the aristocracy, reflecting the complexities of power and art.