Pierre Duflos: A Master of Ottoman Portraiture Pierre Duflos (1742 – 1816) stands as a singular figure in the annals of French art history, primarily recognized for his exceptional skill in engraving and portrait painting during the reign of Louis XVI. Though overshadowed by contemporaries like Vigée Le Brun and Boucher, Duflos’s meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to capturing the essence of his subjects cemented his place within the artistic landscape of the Enlightenment era. His work transcends mere likeness; it embodies a profound understanding of psychological nuance and stylistic…