Portret van Lodewijk Alexander van Bourbon 1714

This engraving by Pierre Drevet, a renowned French artist, depicts Louis Alexander, Count of Toulouse, a French Admiral and illegitimate son of Louis XIV. The work dates back to 1714, and it is a classic example of 18th century portraiture. The subject is shown in a round frame with an inscription emphasizing his titles. The use of intricate details and the inscription are characteristic of the Baroque era, which emphasized the importance of status and power. The engraving is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.