Portret van David Beckeler 1627

This engraved portrait of David Beckeler, a church minister in Ulm, was created by Lucas Kilian in 1627. The image depicts Beckeler in a somber pose, dressed in a dark robe and a white ruff collar, and holding a small book in his hands. This artwork showcases Kilian's masterful use of line and shading to create a realistic and expressive portrait of Beckeler. The intricate border surrounding the portrait adds to the artwork's elegance and formal aesthetic, typical of 17th-century portraiture. The inscription below the portrait provides biographical information about Beckeler and notes that the artwork was published in Augsburg by Johann Klockhers. This engraving is a valuable historical record, offering a glimpse into the life and work of an important figure in the religious and social landscape of 17th-century Germany.