Portret van Adriaan Pars 1688

Anthony van Zijlvelt's 1688 etching, "Portret van Adriaan Pars," is a classic example of Dutch portraiture. The work depicts Adriaan Pars, likely a prominent figure of the time, in an oval frame adorned with a woven pattern. The detailed rendering of Pars's features, from his facial expression to the texture of his clothing, showcases Zijlvelt's mastery of the etching technique. This intimate portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a historical figure, highlighting the artistic tradition of capturing individual likenesses for posterity.