The Maréchal de Brissac
Carrogis, Louis de, called Carmontelle
1763
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Carrogis, Louis de, called Carmontelle
1763
watercolor
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting depicts a man in 18th-century attire, standing on a balcony with a railing and stairs to his left. He wears a long, ornate coat with gold trim, a blue vest, and red stockings, and holds a sword at his side. The background features trees and a building, set against a blue sky. The man's elaborate clothing and the formal setting suggest a portrait of a high-ranking individual. The level of detail in the painting, particularly in the man's attire, indicates a high level of craftsmanship. For more information on the artist who created this work, look up Carrogis, Louis de, called Carmontelle.
