Portrait of Maurice of Saxony 

This pastel portrait by Maurice Quentin de La Tour depicts Maurice of Saxony, a prominent figure in 18th-century European history. The artwork, now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, showcases de La Tour's mastery of pastel, a medium that allows for delicate shading and capturing subtle variations in skin tone. Maurice is rendered in a formal pose, wearing military attire, emphasizing his status and military achievements. The portrait is a testament to de La Tour's skill in capturing likeness and conveying the sitter's personality through nuanced brushstrokes and a subtle, yet expressive, gaze.