Portret van Susanne de Boubers de Bernâtre

About this artwork

collector's mark: Lugt 240

Art Historical Context

Behold the exquisite *Portret van Susanne de Boubers de Bernâtre*, an engraving by the renowned French artist Pierre Drevet (1663–1738). Created during the late Baroque era, this portrait captures the elegance of its noble subject, likely a prominent figure from French or Dutch aristocracy, as suggested by her distinguished surname. Drevet, part of a celebrated family of engravers, was masterful at translating painted portraits into print, preserving the grandeur of originals by artists like Hyacinthe Rigaud. Measuring 342 mm high by 258 mm wide, this engraving exemplifies the technical virtu...