Portret van Jaspar de Souter 1628

"Portret van Jaspar de Souter" is a 1628 engraving by Dutch artist Jacob Matham (1571-1631), now located in the Rijksmuseum. The engraving depicts a detailed portrait of Jaspar de Souter, a prominent figure from the city of Duinkerke. The inscription surrounding the portrait reveals de Souter's various roles, including "Burchgracue van Proostye" and "Commys. end. Ontfangher tot Oostende." The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques in the engraving creates depth and texture, capturing the subject's features with great detail. The inscription at the bottom of the artwork provides biographical information and poems about Jaspar de Souter.