Portret van Rudolphus Petri 1738

This engraving by Jan Caspar Philips, dated 1738, depicts Rudolphus Petri, a Dutch citizen of Amsterdam. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows Petri in an oval frame, with his head and shoulders visible. The engraving is a fine example of portraiture of the period, showcasing a detailed rendering of Petri's face and attire, highlighting his beard, collar, and robe. The text beneath the portrait, written in Dutch, provides biographical information about Petri. The artist's signature, "J. Harty Excudit," appears at the bottom, indicating he was the engraver responsible for the work.