Portret van Georg Christoph Walther 1656 - 1675
georgstrauch
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
"Portret van Georg Christoph Walther" is an engraving by Georg Strauch, dating back to 1656-1675. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Georg Christoph Walther, a German jurist and politician. The engraving is characterized by its detailed rendering of Walther's face and attire, as well as the ornate frame surrounding the portrait. The inscription beneath the image further enhances the portrait's historical significance, offering insights into Walther's life and accomplishments. This small-scale work, measuring just 161 mm in height and 87 mm in width, exemplifies the meticulous detail and skillful execution of 17th-century engraving.
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