Portret van Germain Pichault de La Martinière by Charles Aimé Forestier

Portret van Germain Pichault de La Martinière 1818 - 1832

charlesaimeforestier

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

photo restoration

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

light coloured

old engraving style

white palette

pencil work

This engraving, "Portret van Germain Pichault de La Martinière" by Charles Aimé Forestier, depicts Germain Pichault de La Martinière, a prominent figure in 18th-century France. Created between 1818 and 1832, the work is a classic example of portraiture, capturing the subject's likeness with a meticulous attention to detail. The engraving's simplicity and elegance highlight the subject's presence, making it a timeless portrait of a significant individual in French history.