Portret van Charles Étienne Briseux 1725 - 1808

"Portret van Charles Étienne Briseux" is an engraving by Johann Georg Wille, a renowned German artist. Created between 1725 and 1808, the artwork portrays Charles Étienne Briseux, an architect, in a classic oval portrait format. The detail in the engraving and the inscription identifying Briseux as an architect highlight the importance of portraiture in documenting individuals and their professions during this period. The artwork, now held at the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Wille's skill in capturing likeness and conveying personality through the medium of engraving.