Portret van Stephan Brechtel 1549 - 1584

This anonymous engraving depicts Stephan Brechtel, a prominent figure in 16th-century German culture. The artist, whose identity remains unknown, masterfully captures Brechtel's likeness with meticulous detail. The engraving's composition, with its focus on Brechtel's face and the inclusion of a geometrical figure, suggests an interest in both realism and intellectual pursuits. While the artist is unidentified, this artwork stands as a valuable record of a significant historical figure from a time of great intellectual and artistic change.