Louis Hector, duc de Villars
1778
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1778
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows a man, Louis Hector, duc de Villars, looking straight at us. He's dressed in fancy clothes, and the details are very precise. The artist likely wanted to show the duke's status and importance. This kind of portrait was common back then, and it gives us a glimpse into the past. You can learn more about the technique used to create this portrait by looking into etching.
