Portret van Aristoteles 1566

This 1566 engraving by French artist René Boyvin depicts a profile portrait of the Greek philosopher Aristotle. The image shows Aristotle in a simple robe with a long beard, dressed in a cap and looking directly at the viewer. The engraving is a fine example of Renaissance-era portraiture, with precise detail and a focus on the subject's intellectual character. The text below the image includes a Latin inscription that refers to Aristotle's teachings and his status as a great philosopher. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a visual glimpse into the enduring legacy of this influential thinker.