Portret van Emmanuel Chrysoloras 1682

This etching by Nicolas de Larmessin, created in 1682, depicts the portrait of Emmanuel Chrysoloras. Chrysoloras, a prominent figure in the history of art, is portrayed in a detailed and realistic style, capturing his individual features and expressions. The artist's signature is visible at the bottom right corner, while the name of the subject is inscribed beneath. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of the Baroque era, utilizing a combination of shading and fine lines to achieve a sense of depth and dimension.