Portret van Johann Erasmus Seiffert von Klettenberg 1698 - 1713

This etching, "Portret van Johann Erasmus Seiffert von Klettenberg" by Pieter Schenk, depicts a man dressed in elegant attire, possibly a nobleman or official. The portrait is set against a dark backdrop with a hint of drapery and an ornate coat of arms, emphasizing the subject’s status and authority. The detail of the sitter’s hands holding a piece of lace or a handkerchief adds a touch of intimacy, highlighting the individual within the larger social context. This work, dated between 1698 and 1713, showcases Schenk’s skill in capturing likeness and representing the social hierarchy through visual means.