Portret van Gottfried Müllerr op 71-jarige leeftijd 1741

This etching, created in 1741 by Moritz Bodenehr, portrays Gottfried Müller at the age of 71. Müller is depicted wearing a robe, holding a book, and standing against a backdrop of a curtain draped over a framed painting, suggesting he is a learned man. The composition, focusing on the individual and the inscription beneath, emphasizes the portrait's purpose as a commemorative piece. It is currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection. The artwork is a testament to Bodenehr's skill in capturing likeness and conveying the subject's identity. The use of etching, a popular technique of the era, lends a sense of detail and depth to the portrait.