Portret van Jean-Baptiste Rousseau 1740

This etching, created in 1740 by French artist Jean Daullé, depicts Jean-Baptiste Rousseau, a prominent French poet. The portrait showcases Rousseau seated in a chair, holding a quill pen and looking directly at the viewer. Surrounding him are books and papers, emphasizing his literary pursuits. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the life and work of a significant figure in 18th-century French literature.