Portret van Henri de Latour d'Auvergne, vicomte de Turenne 1653

This etching by Pierre Daret, created in 1653, portrays Henri de La Tour d'Auvergne, the Vicomte de Turenne, a renowned French military leader. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, presents Turenne in a classic three-quarter profile, with his long hair and a mustache. His military attire, with armor visible on his shoulder, emphasizes his military prowess. The work exemplifies 17th-century portraiture, capturing Turenne’s stature and achievements during a turbulent period in French history.