Portret van Magnus Dilherr 1634 - 1676

"Portret van Magnus Dilherr" is an etching by Johann Carl von Thill created between 1634 and 1676. The artwork depicts a bust portrait of Magnus Dilherr, a German scholar and theologian. Dilherr is shown wearing a large, ruffled collar and a patterned coat, and his right hand rests on a book. The portrait is framed by an ornate oval, adorned with decorative elements and an inscription in Latin. The artwork provides a glimpse into 17th-century portraiture, where attention to detail and symbolism played a significant role in conveying the subject's social status and intellectual pursuits. The print was likely commissioned by a patron or admirer of Dilherr, serving as a testament to his reputation and contributions to scholarship.