Portret van Zeno van Citium 1566

"Portret van Zeno van Citium" is a 1566 engraving by French artist René Boyvin, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum. The piece depicts the ancient Greek philosopher Zeno of Citium in profile, adorned with a laurel wreath and a long beard. His gaze is fixed on the viewer, creating a sense of intimacy and intellectual depth. This small-scale engraving demonstrates Boyvin’s skill in capturing likeness and personality through delicate lines and shading, making it a valuable historical record of a prominent figure in ancient philosophy.