Portret van Abraham Furtado 1806

Louis Charles Ruotte created this print, *Portret van Abraham Furtado*, using an unknown medium. The portrait depicts Abraham Furtado, a prominent figure during a tumultuous period marked by revolution and shifting political landscapes. Furtado was the president of the Assembly of French Deputies of the Kingdom of Italy and professing the Cult, Martinique in 1806. Ruotte's portrait reflects the complex intersection of identity, religion, and political allegiance of its subject. As a Sephardic Jew involved in French politics during the Napoleonic era, Furtado navigated a world of shifting alliances and ideological divides. Ruotte’s rendering offers us a glimpse into the intersectional identities that defined individuals during an era of profound social change. The portrait encourages us to consider the complexities of identity and belonging in times of political upheaval. This is a moment to reflect on how personal identity interacts with broader historical forces, shaping individual lives.