Portret van Johann Gottfried von Meiern 1735

Johann Martin Bernigeroth's "Portret van Johann Gottfried von Meiern" (1735) is an etching of Johann Gottfried von Meiern, an important figure in the court of George II of Great Britain. The engraving's detailed depiction of Meiern in an oval frame highlights the sitter's prominent position and social status. The etched lines create subtle tonal variations, rendering Meiern's features and the texture of his clothing with precision. This artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides insight into the lives and appearances of prominent individuals in the 18th century.