Portret van Claude Louis Hector, hertog van Villars 1778

This engraved portrait of Claude Louis Hector, Duke of Villars, was created by Antoine de Marcenay de Ghuy in 1778. The Duke, a prominent French military leader, is depicted in a formal pose, wearing his military uniform. De Ghuy's etching captures the Duke's dignified bearing and emphasizes his role as a military commander. The inscription below the image praises Villars' heroism and military achievements, including the victory at Denain. This portrait is a testament to the enduring legacy of Villars and the skill of the French engraver de Ghuy.