Portret van Jozef II, Duits keizer by Carl Hermann Pfeiffer

Portret van Jozef II, Duits keizer 1779 - 1829

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photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

wedding photograph

photo restoration

old engraving style

retro 'vintage design

old-timey

19th century

This engraving by Carl Hermann Pfeiffer, created between 1779 and 1829, depicts a profile portrait of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor. The artwork showcases a detailed depiction of the Emperor's face and attire, with the use of fine lines and shading. The figure is placed within an oval frame, surrounded by an intricate design of leaves and the symbols of his reign: a crown, scepter, and other royal paraphernalia. The engraving offers a glimpse into the artistic practices of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly the popular use of portraiture as a way to commemorate and celebrate influential figures.