Portret van Erasmus 1648 - 1678

This etching titled *Portret van Erasmus* was created by Samuel van Hoogstraten between 1648 and 1678. The work, depicting Erasmus of Rotterdam, is a detailed and refined engraving, typical of Hoogstraten's style. The etching, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a close-up portrait of Erasmus in a simple yet elegant pose, captured with a keen eye for detail. The composition focuses on Erasmus's thoughtful expression and emphasizes his role as a humanist scholar.