Portret van Johann Ockert 1643 - 1680

This etching by Johann Friedrich Leonard, created between 1643 and 1680, is a portrait of Johann Ockert, a prominent figure in the history of art. The etching is a small-scale work, measuring 142 mm in height and 96 mm in width. The subject is depicted in a simple, elegant style, with a focus on the sitter's face and the details of his clothing. The use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and realism, characteristic of 17th-century Dutch etching. The image is framed within an oval, which emphasizes the subject's importance and draws the viewer's attention to his gaze. The inscription below identifies Ockert as "Johann Ockert, in St. Pantaleon Augsburg", providing additional context for the viewer.