Portret van Lorenz Spengler 1776

This 1776 engraving by Meno Haas, a prominent Swiss artist of the 18th century, is a portrait of Lorenz Spengler. The portrait is presented in a simple yet elegant style, showing Spengler in profile within a circular frame. This work is a fine example of the detailed and realistic approach to portraiture that was common in the Neoclassical era. This type of print was popular for disseminating knowledge about historical and influential figures.