Portret van Bernard Firsen 1762

This engraving by Christian Fritzsch depicts Bernard Firsen, a Dutch merchant, seated at his desk in his office. It is a portrait of Firsen, captured in a realistic style, with details of his office and surroundings. The image portrays a merchant engaged in his profession, showcasing the economic and social importance of merchants during the 18th century. The artwork was created in 1762, which was a time of increasing trade and economic activity in the Netherlands. Today, this piece is a part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.