Portret van Franciscus Junius de Jongere 1659

This etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a renowned Bohemian artist, is a portrait of the Dutch scholar and theologian, Franciscus Junius the Younger. Created in 1659, it depicts Junius in a three-quarter view with a book held in his hand, suggesting his intellectual pursuits. Hollar's masterful use of line and shading gives the portrait a sense of realism and depth, capturing Junius's character with clarity. The artwork, now residing in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Hollar's skill and the importance of Junius in the intellectual landscape of the 17th century.