Portret van Antoinette Bourignon 1698 - 1769

This engraving, "Portret van Antoinette Bourignon," by Gottfried Christian Pingeling, depicts Antoinette Bourignon, a 17th-century Dutch mystic and writer. The portrait, dated between 1698 and 1769, shows Bourignon in an oval frame with her head and shoulders visible, wearing a modest shawl over her dress. The engraving's inscription, in German, refers to Bourignon's life and her persecution for her religious beliefs, adding a layer of biographical context to the visual portrait. The artwork, measuring 145 mm in height and 88 mm in width, provides an intimate glimpse into the life of a significant religious figure.