Prince Augustus William of Prussia 1750

Antoine Pesne, a prominent portrait painter of the 18th century, created this oil-on-canvas portrait of Prince Augustus William of Prussia in 1750. The Prince, depicted in military attire, stands confidently, his right hand resting on a baton, a symbol of his power and leadership. The background, with a glimpse of a battlefield, suggests the Prince's military prowess, a theme further reinforced by the helmet visible in the foreground. This portrait exemplifies Pesne's mastery of portraiture and his ability to capture the sitter's character and social standing through subtle details.