Portret van Maximiliaan Frans van Oostenrijk 1780

This engraving, created by Quirin Mark in 1780, portrays Maximilian Franz of Austria, the Archbishop and Elector of Cologne. The portrait is presented in profile and features a detailed background with symbolic elements. The use of a circular frame, laurel wreaths, and a coat of arms emphasizes the subject's status and authority. Mark's engraving is a testament to the technical skill of 18th-century printmaking, showcasing his ability to capture the likeness and grandeur of his subject.