Portret van Laurentius Ricci 1708 - 1780

This engraving, “Portret van Laurentius Ricci,” by Dutch artist Jacob Houbraken, depicts a portrait of Laurentius Ricci, a Catholic priest. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a detailed and realistic representation of Ricci, featuring a close-up view of his face and upper torso. The engraving showcases Houbraken's mastery of the technique, creating a sense of depth and volume through the use of light and shadow. The inscription at the bottom of the print provides biographical and religious details about the subject.