Charles d'Hozier, King's Genealogist 1691

This etching by Gérard Edelinck, titled "Charles d'Hozier, King's Genealogist", portrays Charles d'Hozier, a prominent figure in French heraldry. The composition, created in 1691, features d'Hozier in a formal pose, his hand resting on the arm of a chair, as he gazes directly at the viewer. His elaborate wig and attire, suggesting his position of authority, are rendered with meticulous detail, demonstrating the artist's technical skill in engraving. This work, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the stylistic trends of Baroque portraiture with its dramatic lighting and focus on realism.