Portret van Hubert Loyens 1674 - 1676

Johann Friedrich Leonard's "Portret van Hubert Loyens," a small, 175 mm x 128 mm etching, is a powerful portrait of the sculptor Hubert Loyens, completed between 1674 and 1676. The artist has captured Loyens's stern yet refined expression, emphasizing his dignified presence through meticulous detailing. The inscription surrounding the portrait is a Latin verse praising Loyens's virtues, highlighting his wisdom, grace, and artistic talents. This etching demonstrates Leonard's skill in capturing likeness and conveying personality through subtle lines and shadows, making it a significant work of Baroque-era portraiture.