Portret van Jozef II, Rooms-Duits keizer 1765 - 1788

"Portret van Jozef II, Rooms-Duits keizer" is an engraving by Johann Esaias Nilson, depicting the Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II in profile within an oval frame, surrounded by ornate decorative elements. The engraving is framed by a large, elaborate cartouche featuring floral designs and two putti holding a shield with the inscription "Josephus II Augustus." Nilson's work captures the essence of the emperor's refined presence and the opulence of his time. The image is considered a significant piece of portraiture and is housed in the Rijksmuseum, providing valuable insight into 18th-century art and royal imagery.