Madame Bouthillier (Marie de Bragelogne) 1651 - 1661

This engraving by Robert Nanteuil, a leading French portrait artist, depicts Marie de Bragelogne, also known as Madame Bouthillier, in 1651-1661. It is part of a series of portraits by Nanteuil that captures the likeness of important individuals of the time. The engraving displays the subject's distinguished features, accentuated by her lace collar and cap. Nanteuil's skill in rendering detail and texture is evident in the fine lines and delicate shading of the image. The oval frame and the ribboned wreath are decorative elements that enhance the portrait's elegance and grandeur. The coat of arms featured at the bottom signifies the social standing of the sitter. The work is now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.