Portret van keizer Leopold I 1655 - 1700

This engraving by Jan van Somer depicts Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor, in an oval frame. The piece, created between 1655 and 1700, showcases Leopold’s regal bearing, adorned with a laurel wreath and a lavishly decorated collar. This detailed portrait highlights the artistry of engraving during this period, and its focus on the individual underscores the importance of monarchs in European society.