Portret van Eleazar Swalmius naar links 1657 - 1675

This anonymous etching, *Portret van Eleazar Swalmius naar links*, is a bust-length portrait of the Dutch theologian Eleazar Swalmius. Created sometime between 1657 and 1675, the artwork depicts Swalmius in a three-quarter view, dressed in a fur-trimmed coat. The lines of the etching are fine and detailed, capturing the sitter's sharp facial features and his long, white beard. Swalmius's posture is relaxed, his right hand resting on his chest and his left hand gently holding a piece of drapery. This portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure from Dutch intellectual history, highlighting his scholarly pursuits and esteemed position within the community.