Portret van Hendrick Goltzius 1652 - 1707

Gérard Edelinck’s engraving, “Portret van Hendrick Goltzius,” is a striking portrait of the Dutch Golden Age artist Hendrick Goltzius. The engraving, dated 1652-1707 and housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Goltzius in three-quarters profile holding a print of his work. This print of Goltzius’s portrait is a testament to the importance of printmaking and its ability to convey a sense of realism and detail, making it a powerful form of artistic expression during this period. The engraving showcases Edelinck’s mastery of the medium, using precise lines and shading to render the sitter’s features, clothing, and the text below, capturing both the artist’s physical presence and the intellectual intensity of his work.