Portrait of Jean Antoine Nollet 1750 - 1795

This engraving by Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet depicts Jean Antoine Nollet, a prominent French physicist and abbot, in the late 18th century. The detailed etching captures Nollet's likeness, showcasing his powdered wig, a fashionable style for men of his time. The inscription "L'Abbe Nollet" and the artist's signature at the bottom of the print add to the historical context. "Portrait of Jean Antoine Nollet" is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, offering a glimpse into the world of scientific and social figures of the Enlightenment era.