Porträt eines jungen Geistlichen c. 1685 - 1707

This black chalk drawing on blue paper by Hyacinthe Rigaud, a prominent French portraitist, depicts a young clergyman. The work, created between 1685 and 1707, showcases Rigaud's masterful use of light and shadow to render the subject's features and the fabric of his clothing. The sitter's contemplative expression and the subtle details of his attire contribute to the work's overall sense of dignity and solemnity. The drawing is a testament to Rigaud's skill in capturing the likeness of his subjects with both realism and elegance.