Portret van Joost van Laren 1653 - 1676

This engraving, titled "Portret van Joost van Laren," was created by Dutch artist Theodor Matham between 1653 and 1676. The artwork depicts Joost van Laren, a minister from Vlissingen, Netherlands, in a seated pose with a book before him. Matham was a renowned printmaker who was known for his detailed and expressive portraits. The inscription below the image identifies Van Laren as a minister and interpreter of sacred texts, emphasizing his role as a scholar and religious figure. The artwork, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into 17th-century Dutch portraiture, highlighting the importance of knowledge and religious devotion during that period.