Portrait of Jacques Nicolas Colbert, Archbishop of Rouen

"Portrait of Jacques Nicolas Colbert, Archbishop of Rouen" is an engraving by Pierre Drevet, based on an original painting by Hyacinthe Rigaud, depicting Jacques Nicolas Colbert, a prominent ecclesiastical figure and member of the influential Colbert family in 18th-century France. The work exemplifies the Baroque style's emphasis on grandeur and detail, reflecting the subject's status and the artistic collaboration between Drevet and Rigaud.

The engraving "Portrait of Jacques Nicolas Colbert, Archbishop of Rouen" by Pierre Drevet, after Hyacinthe Rigaud, presents a detailed and formal depiction of the Archbishop, characterized by intricate line work that captures the textures of his ecclesiastical garments and the dignified expression on his face. The use of ivory laid paper enhances the contrast and depth of the engraving, emphasizing the meticulous craftsmanship typical of Drevet's work in translating Rigaud's original portrait into print form.