Portret van Michael Fortgens 1695 - 1731

This etching by Pieter van Gunst, created between 1695 and 1731, depicts Michael Fortgens, a Dutch minister. The portrait is framed by a decorative oval, filled with intricate scrolls and leaves. Fortgens is shown in a simple black robe, his face illuminated by a soft light. The inscription surrounding the portrait identifies him as a "Teacher of the Congregation of Amsterdam". Van Gunst was a renowned Dutch engraver known for his detailed and expressive style. This portrait, held in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies his skilled craftsmanship and the prominence of portraiture in 17th-century Dutch art.