Portret van de goudsmid Quintin van der Gracht, op 50-jarige leeftijd 1584

This 1584 engraving by Wierix portrays the goldsmith Quintin van der Gracht at the age of 50. The piece showcases van der Gracht in an elegant, somber pose, holding an open book. His attire and the book suggest a man of wealth and learning. The engraving is a fine example of the portraiture tradition of the 16th century, which aimed to capture not only the physical likeness of the subject but also their character and status. The work is currently held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.