Portret van August von Braunschweig-Lüneburg, hertog van Braunschweig-Wolfenbüttel, in zijn studeerkamer c. 1646

This etching by Jonas Suyderhoef, created around 1646, depicts August von Braunschweig-Lüneburg, Duke of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, in his study. The Duke is shown seated at his desk, holding a quill and a sheet of paper. The detailed depiction of his study, including a shelf of books, an elaborate clock, and a window overlooking a cityscape, highlights his intellectual pursuits. The image showcases the 17th-century interest in portraiture and the depiction of scholarly figures. The etching is a good example of Dutch Baroque art, characterized by its emphasis on detail, realism, and the use of light and shadow.