Portret van Daniel Koch 1695 - 1737

This engraving, “Portret van Daniel Koch,” was created between 1695 and 1737 by the German artist Andreas Matthäus Wolfgang (1660-1737). The work portrays Daniel Koch, a councilor of the city of Memmingen, Germany. The engraving shows Koch in a detailed, realistic style, with a focus on his likeness and attire. The image is contained within a decorative oval frame with additional text that identifies the subject and his achievements. The inclusion of Koch's coat of arms at the bottom further indicates the importance of this commissioned portrait. This artwork exemplifies the popular genre of portraiture during the Baroque period, highlighting both the sitter's social status and the artist's skill in rendering realistic detail.