Portret van Ludwig VIII von Hessen-Darmstadt 1763

"Portret van Ludwig VIII von Hessen-Darmstadt" is an engraving by Johann Martin Bernigeroth, created in 1763. The artwork portrays Ludwig VIII, Landgrave of Hesse-Darmstadt, in a military uniform with a helmet and staff, suggesting his position of power. In the background, a miniature battle scene hints at his military achievements. This piece, held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life and image of a powerful figure of 18th-century Europe.