Pierre Drevet Collection

King Louis XIV, 18th (engraving)
3507388 King Louis XIV, 18th (engraving); (add.info.: Engraved portrait of King Louis XIV (1638-1715) by Pierre Drevet (1663-1738) a French artist and engraver

Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, English nobleman and Parliamentary general. General de Parlement
5913172 Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, English nobleman and Parliamentary general. General de Parlement. In suit of armour with lace collar

King Charles II of England, in armour and lace collar. With crown and coat of arms
5913175 King Charles II of England, in armour and lace collar. With crown and coat of arms. Copperplate engraving by Pierre Drevet after Adriaen van der Werff from Isaac de Larrey's Histoire

Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth. In suit of armour with lace collar
5913173 Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth. In suit of armour with lace collar. With sword, fox skin, snake, mask, and scales

Oliver Cromwell, Protecteur, engraved by Pierre Drevet (1663-1738) (engraving)
2563365 Oliver Cromwell, Protecteur, engraved by Pierre Drevet (1663-1738) (engraving) by Werff, Adriaan van der (1659-1722) (after); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Portrait of Robert de Cotte, 1722. Creator: Pierre Drevet
Portrait of Robert de Cotte, 1722

The birth of the Virgin; woman seated with an infant in her lap, numerous women surrounding her, angels above, after Reni, 1677

Samuel Bernard. Creator: Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738)
Samuel Bernard

Francois de Troy, after a Self-Portrait. Creator: Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738)
Francois de Troy, after a Self-Portrait

Jacques-Nicolas Colbert. Creator: Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738)
Jacques-Nicolas Colbert

Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Creator: Pierre Drevet
Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Portrait of Sir Thomas Fairfax (1612-1671), politician, general, and Parliamentary commander-in-chief during the English Civil War

Charles Montagu, 1st Earl of Halifax, English poet and politician, early 18th century (1894). Artist: Pierre Drevet
Charles Montagu, 1st Earl of Halifax (1661-1715), English poet and politician, early 18th century (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection)

Samuel Bernard Pierre Drevet French 1663-1738
Samuel Bernard. Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738). Engraving

Jacques-Nicolas Colbert Pierre Drevet French
Jacques-Nicolas Colbert. Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738). Engraving

Drawings Prints, Print, birth Virgin, woman, seated, infant, lap, numerous women surrounding
Drawings and Prints, Print, The birth of the Virgin; woman seated with an infant in her lap, numerous women surrounding her, angels above, after Reni, Artist, Publisher, After, Engraved by

Pierre Drevet after Hyacinthe Rigaud, French (1663-1738), Jean Paul Bignon, Abbe du St. Quentin, engraving

Pierre Drevet, after Francois de Troy (French, 1663 - 1738), Fra da ric Auguste III
Pierre Drevet, after Francois de Troy (French, 1663 - 1738), Fra© da© ric Auguste III, roi de Pologne, engraving on laid paper [proof]

Pierre Drevet after Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1663 - 1738), Maria Serre, Mater Hyacinth Rigaud, 1703, etching and engraving

Pierre Drevet after Pierre Gobert, French (1663-1738), Marquis de la Vrilliere, 1701
Pierre Drevet after Pierre Gobert (French, 1663 - 1738), Marquis de la Vrilliere, 1701, engraving

Pierre Drevet after Nicolas de Largillierre (French, 1663 - 1738), Marie de Laubespine, engraving

Two ferries and a rowing boat on a rough sea, print maker: Anonymous, Dating 1650 - 1738

Sailors at the seaside, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, Lodewijk XIV (koning van Frankrijk), 1650 - 1738

A large sailing ship, a pinnace, and a smaller ship, on the water, three large ships, a village right on the coast, print maker: Anonymous, Dating 1650 - 1738

Frozen river with skaters, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Women do laundry at a canal, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Night Scene with fishermen standing by a fire, print maker: Anonymous, Reinier Nooms attributed to, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Battleship, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Bridge in ruins, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Three merchant ships off the coast, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Sailing in rough seas, Anonymous, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Ships before coast, print maker: Anonymous, Reinier Nooms attributed to, Pierre Drevet, 1650 - 1738

Salmacis and Hermaphrodite, Anonymous, Herman van Swanevelt, Pierre Drevet, 1663 - 1738

Pierre Drevet (French, 1663-1738) after Hyacinthe Rigaud (French, 1659 - 1743). Portrait of the Painter, Hyacinthe Rigaud, 1714. Engraving on laid paper. Plate: 469 mm x 335 mm (18.46 in)

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Pierre Drevet, a renowned French engraver of the 17th and 18th centuries, captured the essence of various historical figures through his intricate copperplate engravings. His attention to detail is evident in his depictions of notable individuals such as Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, an English nobleman and Parliamentary general. In one engraving, Fairfax stands tall in a suit of armor adorned with a delicate lace collar. Drevet's skillful craftsmanship also brought to life King Charles II of England, portrayed resplendent in armor and lace collar. With his crown and coat of arms proudly displayed, Charles II exudes regal authority. Another remarkable work by Drevet showcases Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector of the Commonwealth. This engraving captures Cromwell's formidable presence as he dons a suit of armor complemented by an elegant lace collar. Holding a sword and accompanied by symbolic elements like a fox skin, snake, mask, and scales; this portrayal reflects both his military prowess and political astuteness. Drevet's talent extended beyond historical figures to include portraits such as Robert de Cotte in 1722. The artist masterfully portrays de Cotte with meticulous attention to detail. In addition to these famous personalities immortalized by Drevet's artistry are Samuel Bernard and Francois de Troy - their likenesses expertly engraved capturing their unique features. Jacques-Nicolas Colbert is another subject who was fortunate enough to be immortalized through Drevet's skilled handiwork. The intricacies present within each line showcase the depth that Pierre Drevet possessed as an artist. Furthermore, we cannot overlook other works attributed to him like those depicting Thomas Fairfax or Charles Montagu – all showcasing not only their physical appearances but also conveying something deeper about their character or achievements. Pierre Drevet’s legacy lives on through these exquisite engravings which continue to captivate viewers with their intricate details and artistic finesse.