Portret van Eleazar Swalmius c. 1650 - 1660

"Portret van Eleazar Swalmius" is an engraving by Abraham J. Conradus created between 1650 and 1660. The artwork depicts Eleazar Swalmius, a Dutch theologian, seated in a chair with his hand resting on his chest. The inscription below the portrait identifies Swalmius's profession and provides a quote from his work. The engraving's detailed rendering of Swalmius's features and clothing, along with the stack of books in the background, highlights his intellectual pursuits and scholarly status. This small-scale engraving is an example of the portraiture popular in 17th-century Dutch art, showcasing the influence of religious figures and the importance of knowledge and learning.