Portret van Johann Friedrich Blumenbach 1804

Johann Daniel (II) Laurenz's "Portret van Johann Friedrich Blumenbach" is an 1804 engraving depicting the renowned German anatomist and anthropologist Johann Friedrich Blumenbach. The portrait, which measures 162 mm x 97 mm, shows Blumenbach in an oval frame, wearing a formal coat and cravat. The artist uses detailed lines to render the subject's features, emphasizing his intellectual expression. The text below the image provides biographical details about Blumenbach, including his titles and birth date. This engraved portrait, a testament to Blumenbach's contributions to science, offers a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in the history of anatomy and anthropology.