Madame Adelaide de France 1756

This 1756 etching by Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet depicts Madame Adelaide de France, a daughter of King Louis XV. The print, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City, shows the French princess seated amidst clouds, with a peacock on the right. The composition creates a sense of royalty and grandeur, as the figure of Madame Adelaide appears to be floating in the sky. This artwork is an example of French Rococo portraiture, showcasing the elegance and refinement associated with the period.