Portret van Johann Caspar Hagenbuch 1750

Johann Rudolph Holzhalb's 1750 engraving, "Portret van Johann Caspar Hagenbuch," depicts the subject seated and holding a book. The artwork is a classic example of portraiture from the 18th century. The meticulous detail and the sitter's serious expression convey a sense of formality and dignity, characteristics common to this period. The engraved lines create a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the details of the sitter's clothing and the surrounding environment. The engraving likely served as a commemorative piece for the esteemed scholar Johann Caspar Hagenbuch.