Marquis de Marigny

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in fancy 18th-century clothes. His jacket is covered in intricate embroidery, and he wears a powdered wig. One hand rests on a curved scepter, while the other holds a piece of fabric. A small dog sits at his feet, and the background shows a draped curtain and a chair with ornate carvings. The artist used fine lines to create depth and texture, especially in the fabric and fur. This style was common in detailed portraits from that time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints.