Portret van generaal Charles Pichegru
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
305; 422
About this artwork
collector's mark: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
This striking 1795 engraving by British-born artist Charles Howard Hodges captures General Charles Pichegru, a prominent figure in the French Revolutionary Wars. At the time, Pichegru commanded the of the North, leading troops to a decisive victory resulted in the occupation the Dutch Republic. Created during this pivotal year, the portrait reflects the era’s fascination with military leaders who embodied revolutionary ideals and shifting European power dynamics. Hodges, who had settled in Amsterdam and specialized in portraiture, employed the engraving technique to produce a detailed and rep...
About the Artist
Charles Howard Hodges
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