Portret van Etienne le Moine Possibly 1687 - 1720

This 17th-century engraving by Dutch artist Anthony van Zijlvelt, a prominent portraitist, depicts Etienne le Moine, a renowned scholar. The subject is portrayed in an oval frame, surrounded by an ornate decorative frame. Le Moine is depicted in a formal pose, wearing a long robe, and his face is rendered with precise detail. The inscription below identifies him and his profession. This artwork is a valuable example of portraiture during the Baroque era, a period known for its emphasis on realism and technical virtuosity in artistic depictions.