François Hubert 19th century portraits This striking mid-century portrait captures

This striking mid-century portrait captures a solemn

The background consists of a soft gradient of warm tones

with documented works dating to circa 1950

He favored a muted

5 cm / 27¼ x 24¼ in

François Hubert 19th century portraits This striking mid-century portrait capturesAbout the Engraving This exquisite late 18th century engraving by Franois Hubert (17441809) depicts Louis d'Orlans de La Motte, Bishop of Amiens, in formal ecclesiastical attire. Created circa 1780, the portrait exemplifies the refined technique and meticulous attention to detail characteristic of French printmaking during the Enlightenment period. The composition presents the Bishop in three quarter view, wearing traditional clerical vestments with