Portret van Camille d'Hostun, hertog van Tallard 1704

This anonymous engraving from 1704 depicts Camille d'Hostun, the Duke of Tallard, a French military leader. The portrait presents him in a formal pose, standing with his right hand on a table, his left hand in his pocket. He is dressed in a richly embroidered coat and cravat, reflecting his high social standing. The background depicts a battlefield scene, likely a reference to the Battle of Blenheim, where Tallard was defeated by the Allied forces. The inscription below provides information about his military career and his role as Lieutenant-General of Dauphiné. The image exemplifies the style of portraiture popular in the early 18th century, featuring a combination of realistic detail and symbolic imagery to convey the sitter's status and achievements.