Portret van Cajetan von Textor by Carl Mayer

Portret van Cajetan von Textor 1816 - 1868

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

photo restoration

pencil sketch

old engraving style

portrait reference

pencil drawing

portrait drawing

pencil work

"Portret van Cajetan von Textor" is a lithograph portrait of the German theologian Cajetan von Textor created by Carl Mayer in 1816–1868. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts von Textor's bust, showcasing him in a somber, contemplative mood. The detailed rendering of von Textor's features is characteristic of Mayer's precise and realistic style, which was popular in 19th-century portraiture. The work serves as a valuable document of a prominent figure in German theological history, capturing his likeness for future generations to admire.