Vier portretten van kunstenaar Rafaël c. 1760 - 1770

"Vier portretten van kunstenaar Rafaël", meaning "Four portraits of the artist Raphael", is a 1760-1770 etching by Michael Wachsmuth. The work features four distinct portraits of the Renaissance artist Raphael, with each portrait depicted in an oval frame. This work is an example of portraiture as it was practiced in the 18th century, when artists were interested in capturing the likeness and personality of their subjects. The etching is also a tribute to Raphael, one of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance. The work exemplifies the detailed linework typical of etching. This print was likely intended for a larger series of portraits of notable artists, showcasing Raphael as one of the great masters.