Portret van een dame, waarschijnlijk Madame de Mouchy 1746

This 1746 etching by Louis Surugue, titled "Portret van een dame, waarschijnlijk Madame de Mouchy", portrays a woman in an elaborate gown, possibly Madame de Mouchy. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Surugue’s mastery in capturing the grace and elegance of his subject. The intricate details of the woman's clothing, the delicate play of light and shadow, and the overall composition create a sense of refinement and allure, characteristic of the Rococo style. This artwork, with its focus on portraying the beauty of an aristocratic lady, was popular among the elite of 18th-century Europe.