Molière n.d.

This etching, titled "Molière", is a portrait of the French playwright Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, better known as Molière. Created by Jacques Firmin Beauvarlet, a prominent engraver of the 18th century, the artwork captures Molière seated in an ornate chair, pen in hand, as if poised to write. The elaborate frame featuring a pair of wings and laurel leaves, hints at the playwright's genius and enduring legacy in the realm of theatre. The image's refined detail, and nuanced portrayal of Molière's features, offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most celebrated figures in French literature.