Portret van Alexandre-François Desportes na de jacht 1733

François Joullain's "Portret van Alexandre-François Desportes na de jacht" (1733) is an etching depicting Alexandre-François Desportes, a renowned French painter of still lifes and hunting scenes. The portrait, set against a rural backdrop, showcases Desportes in a relaxed posture, surrounded by hunting dogs and game. The scene evokes the leisure activities of the aristocracy during the 18th century, highlighting the artistic talents and patronage of this era. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the figures, animals, and landscape, making this artwork a captivating example of French Rococo printmaking.