Portret van Karl Wilhelm Ramler 1721 - 1771

Johann Friedrich Schleuen's 18th-century engraving, "Portret van Karl Wilhelm Ramler", depicts the German poet and playwright Karl Wilhelm Ramler in an oval frame, with a laurel wreath and a quill pen placed below. The meticulous detail of the engraving and the somber tone of the portrait are typical of the Rococo era, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the likeness and essence of his subject. This small-scale print likely served as a personal commemorative piece or a collectible for admirers of Ramler's work.