Portret van Ulrich van Löwendal 1787

This hand-colored engraving by L. Roger from 1787, depicts the portrait of Woldemar de Löwendal, a French count and Marshal of France. The artwork shows the subject in an oval frame wearing armor and a fur-lined cloak. The inscription below the portrait provides biographical details about the subject, noting his military rank and dates of birth and death. This portrait exemplifies the tradition of aristocratic portraiture during the 18th century, highlighting the importance of military achievements and social status. The artwork is a valuable record of the individual and his social position within the French society, offering insights into the visual culture of the period.