Johan Christopher Holtzbecher 1761

This 1761 engraving by German artist W.A. Müller depicts Johan Christopher Holtzbecher, a prominent figure in Danish art and culture. The etching, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures Holtzbecher in a seated pose, holding a pen, suggesting his intellectual pursuits. Müller's skillful use of line and shading creates a realistic portrayal, conveying the subject's refined features and dignified presence. The engraved signature adds authenticity and historical context to this fine example of portraiture.