Portret van Lodewijk Filips I van Orléans 1731 - 1763

Jean Daullé created this portrait of Louis Philippe I of Orléans using etching and engraving techniques. The composition is structured by a prominent oval frame, within which the young Louis is depicted. Observe how Daullé uses line and texture to convey both the opulence of his attire and the softness of his features. The subtle gradations of tone, achieved through meticulous engraving, create a play of light and shadow that gives the portrait depth. The lower part of the composition is anchored by a heraldic crest. Daullé’s formal precision reflects the values of the Enlightenment, emphasizing clarity, order, and rationality. The portrait's composition invites us to consider how representations of power are constructed through visual language and social conventions. Through Daullé's skilled manipulation of line and form, we gain insight into the subject's identity, status, and historical context.