Portret van Carolus Linaeus 1716 - 1761

This engraving, "Portret van Carolus Linaeus" (Portrait of Carolus Linnaeus), was created by Pieter Tanjé in the 18th century and is now housed in the Rijksmuseum. It depicts the renowned Swedish botanist, physician, and zoologist Carolus Linnaeus, known for his work in taxonomy and the binomial nomenclature system. Linnaeus is portrayed in a formal pose, seated and holding a book, emphasizing his scholarly pursuits. The detailed engraving, created using lines and shading, captures the likeness and character of this influential figure.