Portret van Laurenzo Brancati di Lauria 1681 - 1698

This engraving, created by Jacques Blondeau between 1681 and 1698, depicts Laurenzo Brancati di Lauria, a Cardinal of the Order of Friars Minor Conventuals. The portrait is presented in an oval frame, common in 17th-century engravings, and the subject is rendered in meticulous detail, showcasing Blondeau's skill in depicting textures and subtle facial expressions. The inscription below the portrait identifies the subject and provides details about his life, making this engraving a valuable historical document as well as a work of art.