Portret van Simon Arnauld de Pomponne 1642 - 1678

This is a portrait of Simon Arnauld de Pomponne by Nicolas de Larmessin, created between 1642 and 1678. It is a classic example of an engraving, a printmaking technique where the artist uses a sharp tool to carve lines into a metal plate, which is then inked and pressed onto paper. The portrait depicts Pomponne in an oval frame, surrounded by elaborate ribbons, which was a common decorative element in Baroque art. This work, now in the Rijksmuseum, highlights the artistic mastery of Larmessin and provides a glimpse into the life of a significant figure from the 17th century.