Portret van Gottlieb Christoph Harless c. 1794

This engraving by Christoph-Wilhelm Bock, dated c. 1794, is a portrait of Gottlieb Christoph Harless, a German theologian. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small, intimate piece showcasing Harless in profile. The precise details of the subject's clothing and the delicate lines of the engraving contribute to the realistic depiction of the individual. This portrait serves as a valuable glimpse into the history of 18th-century portraiture and the lives of prominent individuals of the time.