Portret van Lucia Emerentia Burmania 1731 - 1748

This 18th-century engraving, titled "Portret van Lucia Emerentia Burmania," is a fine example of the portraiture favored during the Dutch Golden Age. Created by Philippus Endlich between 1731 and 1748, the work depicts Lucia Emerentia Burmania, a Dutch noblewoman, within a double oval frame, a classic compositional choice for portraits of the time. Her dignified expression and elegant attire convey her status and the artist's skill in capturing likeness and detail. The engraving is held in the prestigious Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the lives of notable figures from Dutch history.