Portret van Pasquale Paoli by Jacob Houbraken

Portret van Pasquale Paoli 1770

print, paper, engraving

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portrait

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baroque

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print

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old engraving style

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paper

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line

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history-painting

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engraving

Jacob Houbraken's 1770 engraving "Portret van Pasquale Paoli" depicts the Corsican general and patriot Pasquale Paoli, known for his fight for Corsican independence from Genoa. The engraving is a fine example of 18th-century portraiture, showcasing Paoli in an oval frame and formal attire, typical of the era. This piece is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The engraving is a valuable historical artifact showcasing a pivotal figure in Corsican history.

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