Portret van Alexander Pope 1747

Jacob Houbraken's 1747 engraving, "Portret van Alexander Pope," depicts the English poet in an oval frame. The ornate frame features winged figures and botanical elements, adding a sense of grandeur. Pope is presented in a three-quarter view, his hand resting on his chin, conveying a thoughtful expression. Below the portrait, a scene of a classical event unfolds, highlighting Pope's literary and intellectual pursuits. Houbraken's meticulous etching style and detailed depiction of both the subject and the surrounding elements, provide a glimpse into the 18th-century world of portraiture.