Portret van Christian Friedrich Pfeffel von Kriegelstein 1801

This 1801 engraving by Johann Carl Bock is a portrait of Christian Friedrich Pfeffel von Kriegelstein. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the subject in a classical oval frame, a common artistic convention of the time. The subject is portrayed in formal attire, highlighting his status as a "Königlich Franzöischer Staats und Rechts Consult" (Royal French State and Law Advisor). Bock’s engraving depicts Pfeffel with a refined and dignified expression, showcasing a mastery of detail and a focus on capturing the personality of his subject.