Portret van André-Hercule, kardinaal de Fleury 1696 - 1727

This etching, created by Dutch artist Matthijs Pool between 1696 and 1727, portrays André-Hercule de Fleury, a prominent French Cardinal. The image depicts a bust-length portrait of Fleury in an oval frame, with a detailed inscription identifying the subject. Pool utilizes the etching technique to capture the intricate details of Fleury's attire and the textured background, highlighting the artist's skilled craftsmanship and the popularity of portraiture during this period. This print, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the late 17th and early 18th centuries.