Portret van de predikant Benjamin Frieswijk 1788

This engraving, created in 1788 by Dutch artist Mathias de Sallieth, depicts the portrait of Reverend Benjamin Frieswijk. Frieswijk is shown in a three-quarter profile view, wearing a traditional clerical outfit, with his hand resting on a closed book. The image is framed in an oval, adding a classical touch to the work. This engraving, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the meticulous detail and stylistic nuances characteristic of 18th-century portraiture. The engraved lines capture the subject's features and clothing with remarkable clarity, making it a compelling example of the art of engraving.