Portret van Friedrich Weise 1697 - 1709

This engraving by Johann Christoph Boecklin, created between 1697 and 1709, is a portrait of Friedrich Weise, a prominent theologian. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small, detailed depiction of Weise, captured in an oval frame against a textured background. The inscription below identifies Weise's title, showcasing the importance of his work and the artist's focus on capturing his subject's scholarly demeanor. The work exemplifies the Dutch Baroque style, characterized by meticulous detail and realistic representation.