Portret van Charles de Montesquieu 1758 - 1806

This engraving, created by Pierre Adrien Le Beau between 1758 and 1806, depicts Charles de Secondat, Baron de Montesquieu, a prominent French philosopher and writer. The portrait is presented in an oval frame adorned with ornate details, and the subject is shown in profile, emphasizing his intellectual countenance. The inscription beneath the image provides biographical information, highlighting Montesquieu's role as a prominent figure in French society. This artwork is a classic example of the engraved portrait genre, a popular form of art during the 18th century, used to commemorate notable individuals.