Portret van Samuel von Pufendorf 1665 - 1719

This engraving, *Portret van Samuel von Pufendorf*, created between 1665 and 1719 by Johann Ulrich Kraus, depicts the prominent German jurist and historian Samuel von Pufendorf. The portrait is characterized by its realistic style and detailed rendering of Pufendorf's features, emphasizing his intellectual stature. It is enclosed within a decorative oval frame adorned with a laurel wreath, further enhancing the sense of classical dignity associated with the subject. The inscription below the portrait, "Ista Pufendorfi facies. Sed nobile, Ingenium penitus noscere, Scripta lege," underscores the importance of recognizing Pufendorf's intellectual depth through his writings. This engraving serves as a visual testament to Pufendorf's influence and legacy in the fields of law, history, and philosophy.