Portret van maarschalk Étienne Maurice Gérard c. 1831

"Portret van maarschalk Étienne Maurice Gérard" is a lithograph by E. Bougé, created around 1831. The artwork depicts a portrait of Marshal Gérard in a military uniform, with the inscription "LE MARÉCHAL GÉRARD, Ministre de la Guerre" beneath. The lithograph exemplifies the detailed and realistic style of portraiture popular in the 19th century, capturing the subject's likeness with precision and detail. This piece offers a glimpse into the visual culture of 19th-century France, showcasing the importance of military figures in the public eye and the evolving artistic techniques used to represent them.