Praalgraf van Eugenius van Savoye by Pierre Lamarque

Praalgraf van Eugenius van Savoye 1726 - 1766

pierrelamarque

aged paper

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

wedding photography

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

storyboard and sketchbook work

This 1726-1766 engraving by Pierre Lamarque depicts a monumental, ornate structure - the "Praal-Graf" (monumental tomb) of Prince Francois Eugenius of Savoy. The elaborate design features a central structure topped with numerous statues and banners, flanked by two intricately decorated columns. The graphic details, including the intricate carvings on the columns and the ornate heraldic shield, highlight the grandeur and opulence associated with the Prince. The engraving, measuring 307 mm by 235 mm, provides a detailed and impressive representation of the tomb.