Portret van Ulrich Zwingli by Gustav Zumpe

Portret van Ulrich Zwingli 1818 - 1832

gustavzumpe

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

light coloured

old engraving style

white palette

ink colored

tonal art

positive shape

"Portret van Ulrich Zwingli" is an engraving by German artist Gustav Zumpe, created between 1818 and 1832. This detailed portrait depicts the Swiss Protestant reformer Ulrich Zwingli in profile, wearing a cap and a simple robe. Zumpe's engraving showcases his skill in capturing likeness and detail, highlighting the strong features of Zwingli's face. This work is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the prominent figure of the Reformation era, and the artistry of Zumpe's work.