Portret van Jacques-Philippe Le Bas 1762

This 1762 engraving by Louis Jacques Cathelin is a portrait of Jacques-Philippe Le Bas, a prominent French engraver of the 18th century. The artwork is executed in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the subject's features, attire, and the surrounding elements. Le Bas is depicted in profile, wearing a powdered wig and a jacket. The oval frame and decorative elements add to the formality and elegance of the composition. This piece reflects the popular trend of portraiture during the Enlightenment, where individuals' contributions to society were celebrated through art.