Portret van Placidus Muth 1796

Christoph-Wilhelm Bock's 1796 engraving "Portret van Placidus Muth" is a small yet detailed portrait depicting Placidus Muth in profile. The subject is shown in a circular frame, and the engraved lines create a delicate texture that highlights the details of his clothing and facial features. This work is an example of a portrait print, a popular genre of art in the 18th century, and serves as a historical record of an individual and the time in which they lived. The print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates Bock's skill in capturing likeness and detail.