Portrait of Louise Henriette de Bourbon Conti as Flora 1766 - 1805

This 18th-century engraving by Francois Voyez (Le Jeune) depicts Louise Henriette de Bourbon Conti as Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers. The portrait, which is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases the sitter in a seated pose, adorned with a garland of flowers and surrounded by a lush, natural backdrop. The delicate lines and shading of the engraving capture the subject's elegance and grace. This work is a beautiful example of the neoclassical style, which emphasized clarity of form and attention to detail. Voyez’s engraving allows art-lovers to appreciate the beauty of this influential woman in a stunning visual format.