Portret van Oliver Cromwell 1741 - 1743

Jacob Houbraken's 1741-1743 engraving, "Portret van Oliver Cromwell," depicts the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth in profile, framed by an ornate architectural setting. Cromwell is presented in a formal portrait style, clad in armor and a high-collared shirt. The composition includes a lower scene with figures engaged in a dramatic gesture, suggesting a historical event connected to Cromwell's reign. This detailed and meticulously crafted engraving showcases Houbraken's mastery of line and detail, providing a powerful representation of a pivotal figure in English history.