Portret van uitvinder Jacques de Vaucanson 1820 - 1827

This 19th century portrait engraving by Jean Pierre Sudre depicts Jacques de Vaucanson, a renowned French inventor and engineer. Created between 1820 and 1827, the artwork showcases Vaucanson in a formal pose, emphasizing his intellectual and scientific achievements. The engraving's meticulous detail captures the subject's likeness, while the inscription at the bottom provides biographical information, including Vaucanson's birthplace and death date. This piece, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of a significant figure in the history of technology.