Portret van Anne Robert Jacques Turgot 1776 - 1787

This etching by Nicolas Dupin, created between 1776 and 1787, depicts Anne Robert Jacques Turgot, a French statesman and economist. Turgot is shown in profile, his powdered wig and refined features highlighting the elegance of the Enlightenment era. The ornate oval frame and inscription below denote the sitter's esteemed position as "Le Roi Contrôleur Des Finances." This print is a testament to the power of portraiture in conveying both personal and political identity, and it stands as a historical document of the late 18th century.