Portret van paus Paulus V by Johann Alexander Böner

Portret van paus Paulus V 1675 - 1720

pencil drawn

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

portrait drawing

pencil work

"Portret van paus Paulus V" is an engraving by Johann Alexander Böner, depicting Pope Paul V. Created between 1675 and 1720, the print shows the Pope in an oval frame, wearing a papal mitre and vestments. The inscription "PAULUS V. Pontifex Maximus" identifies the subject. This small-scale engraving was likely part of a larger series of portraits of prominent figures, reflecting the artistic trends and the fascination with historical figures during this period. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.