Portret van Johannes Christarius 1622 - 1655

This engraving, "Portret van Johannes Christarius," created by Sebastian Furck between 1622 and 1655, portrays Johannes Christarius. The portrait depicts Christarius in a three-quarter view with a thoughtful expression and a detailed rendering of his clothing and beard. The image is framed with a decorative border that includes a floral wreath and a cityscape in the background, likely an allegorical representation of Christarius’ life and achievements. The inscription at the bottom includes a biographical poem, providing further context to the sitter and his legacy.