Portret van Louis-Eugène Cavaignac 1848

Alexis Perrassini's 1848 lithograph, "Portret van Louis-Eugène Cavaignac", depicts the French general and politician Louis-Eugène Cavaignac. This portrait shows Cavaignac in a military uniform, with a stern expression and a determined look in his eyes, creating a sense of authority and leadership. The intricate design features a symbolic wreath surrounding Cavaignac's bust, with various emblems and scrolls alluding to his military career and political achievements. Cavaignac played a significant role during the French Revolution of 1848, and the artwork reflects the historical significance of this period.