Mgr. Le duc d'Orléans 1789

This 1789 hand-colored etching by Louis Philibert Debucourt (1755-1832) is a portrait of Louis Philippe II, Duke of Orléans, in a lavish ceremonial dress. The subject is framed within an oval, surrounded by an inscription and decorative laurels, and an elaborate base depicting allegorical scenes and figures, most likely referring to the Duke’s virtues and achievements. This print exemplifies the detailed style of late 18th-century portraiture and demonstrates the sophisticated techniques of color printing developed during this period.