Portret van Michel Le Tellier 1855 - 1915

Friedrich Wilhelm Burmeister created this portrait of Michel Le Tellier, using etching, around the late 19th century. The composition emphasizes a formal, somewhat rigid structure, where the subject, Michel Le Tellier, is meticulously rendered with a focus on detail and texture. The artist used line and shading to sculpt form, creating a sense of depth and volume. The texture of Le Tellier’s robes, hair, and facial features are carefully articulated. Burmeister’s formal approach mirrors the subject's own status. It is a visual language of power and intellect. This etching, with its structured composition and attention to detail, presents a formal study in power and representation. It reflects how art could function as both a mirror and a construct of identity.