Portret van Matthias Johann von der Schulenburg 1712 - 1786

Giovanni Marco Pitteri's etching, "Portret van Matthias Johann von der Schulenburg," depicts the military leader Matthias Johann von der Schulenburg. The portrait is a three-quarter-length depiction, presenting Schulenburg in a pose suggesting command and authority. He is wearing a military uniform and adorned with medals and insignia, signifying his rank and achievements. The background suggests a landscape, likely representative of a military setting, further emphasizing Schulenburg's role as a field marshal. The inclusion of his coat of arms and the inscription detailing his titles underscores the commemorative and celebratory nature of this work of art. This engraving provides insight into the visual representation of power and military prowess in the 18th century.