Portret van Johann Ludwig Hartmann 1680 - 1720
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photo of handprinted image
aged paper
toned paper
light pencil work
ink paper printed
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
ink colored
watercolour illustration
watercolor
This etching, created by Johann Alexander Böner between 1680 and 1720, is a portrait of Johann Ludwig Hartmann. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Hartmann within an oval frame, emphasizing his presence. Böner, a prominent artist of his time, utilized the etching technique to create a detailed and realistic portrayal of Hartmann, showcasing the subject's facial features and attire. The inscription below the portrait adds biographical context to the work, making it a valuable historical document. This small-scale artwork, measuring 117mm in height and 74mm in width, showcases the meticulous detail and precision characteristic of etching during this period.
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