Portret van Frederik I, koning van Pruisen, met stadsgezicht by Joseph de Montalegre

Portret van Frederik I, koning van Pruisen, met stadsgezicht 18th century

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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toned paper

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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pen-ink sketch

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sketchbook drawing

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sketchbook art

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pencil art

This 18th-century engraving by Joseph de Montalegre depicts Frederick I, King of Prussia, in a regal portrait format. The king is shown in a grand pose, wearing a luxurious fur-trimmed coat, with his royal crown positioned prominently above. Below the portrait, the artist has incorporated a coat of arms featuring a black eagle, accompanied by two figures representing strength. The artwork also displays a cityscape in the bottom section, likely symbolizing the King's power over his domain. This piece showcases the traditional methods of portraiture and the artistry of engraving, making it a valuable historical artifact.

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