Portret van Michael Stemler 1702 - 1763

This engraving, created by Johann Benjamin Brühl, depicts Michael Stemler, a prominent figure in the 18th century. Brühl’s work, done in the style of portraiture, captures Stemler in an oval frame, holding a book and dressed in his clerical robes. The inscription below provides biographical details of Stemler. A dramatic curtain creates a theatrical backdrop, typical of portraiture during this era. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the precise and detailed style characteristic of engravings. This work offers a glimpse into the visual culture and historical context of the 18th century.