Portret van Johann Christoph von Rübland 1646

This etching by Elias Widemann, titled "Portret van Johann Christoph von Rübland," dates back to 1646. It portrays Johann Christoph von Rübland, a Colonel, depicted in an oval frame, a common element in portraiture of the period. The intricate details of his clothing and the inscription encircling him offer insights into his status and the artistic conventions of the time. The piece currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to the museum's vast collection of Dutch and European art.