Portret van Maria Theresia van Oostenrijk 1740 - 1755

This engraving by Pieter Balthasar Bouttats, dating from 1740-1755, depicts Maria Theresa of Austria, Holy Roman Empress and Archduchess of Austria. The composition features a central oval portrait of the Empress, surrounded by allegorical figures, including a cherub and a personification of Justice, symbolizing her power and reign. The engraving also includes a view of a building, possibly a palace or church, highlighting the architectural grandeur of the Habsburg Empire. Bouttats' meticulous detail and the use of allegorical figures make this engraving an elegant and informative representation of Maria Theresa's rule.