Allegorisch portret van Anne Hilarion de Tourville 1790 - 1816

This print from the Rijksmuseum, created between 1790 and 1816 by Nicolas Ponce, is an "allegorisch portret", or allegorical portrait, of Anne Hilarion de Tourville, a prominent French admiral. The print displays Tourville's portrait in a circular frame placed on a ship's stern, with scenes of his naval exploits depicted on the ship's side. It's part of a larger series, "Les Illustres Français", highlighting significant French figures. The engraving uses detailed lines and intricate designs, highlighting a style typical of the Neoclassical period.