Portret van Johannes Jacobus Vitriarius 1698 - 1776

This etching, titled "Portret van Johannes Jacobus Vitriarius", is a work by Johannes de (II) Groot, a Dutch artist born in 1689 and active in the late 17th and 18th centuries. The portrait, dated 1698-1776, is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering a glimpse into the artist's style and the individual it portrays. The detail in the subject's clothing and facial features, rendered in a realistic manner, points to the artist's keen eye for observation and meticulous technique. The etching, measuring 110 mm in height and 93 mm in width, provides a intimate and detailed view of the sitter, Johannes Jacobus Vitriarius.