Portret van Karel Emanuel III van Sardinië 1730 - 1767

This is a portrait of Charles Emmanuel III, King of Sardinia, created by Johann Martin Bernigeroth in the 18th century. It is a copperplate engraving, a popular technique during the Baroque and Rococo periods. The portrait showcases the king in a formal setting, adorned with royal attire, his features rendered with meticulous detail. The use of an oval frame emphasizes the importance of the subject and adds to the elegant aesthetic of the artwork. Currently, it is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This portrait is an example of the visual culture of the 18th century, celebrating monarchy and the art of portraiture.