Portret van August Gottlieb Meissner 1779 - 1850

This portrait of August Gottlieb Meissner, an 18th-century German writer and scholar, was created by Karl Traugott Riedel in the early 19th century. Riedel, a German artist known for his engravings and portraits, captured Meissner's likeness in detail. The engraving shows Meissner in an oval frame, with a powdered wig and a serious expression, reflecting the formal style of portraiture popular during the period. This print is now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering insight into the visual culture of the time and the life of this prominent figure.