Portret van Johann Konrad Wirz op 60-jarige leeftijd 1749

This portrait engraving, created by Valentin Daniel Preissler in 1749, depicts Johann Konrad Wirz, a church official in Zurich, at the age of 60. The artwork highlights Wirz’s position of authority by showcasing him in a formal setting, likely his study, surrounded by books. The engraving is a testament to Preissler’s skillful execution, capturing the subject’s likeness and emphasizing his scholarly nature through the inclusion of books and other symbolic elements.