Portret van Andreas Ritter 1755

"Portret van Andreas Ritter" is an engraving by Christian Fritzsch from 1755. It portrays Andreas Ritter, a prominent figure in the religious community, and showcases Fritzsch's expertise in portraiture. The image features Andreas Ritter in an elaborate frame, holding a book, suggesting his scholarly pursuits. The detailed inscription below the portrait provides information about his life, titles, and contributions. This artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the 18th-century portrayal of esteemed figures, showcasing the combination of realism and symbolic elements typical of the era.