Portret van Gijsbert Voet 1657

This etching, created by Abraham Dircksz. Santvoort in 1657, portrays Gijsbert Voet, a prominent Dutch theologian. Voet, shown seated with a book in hand, is depicted within an oval frame that bears his name and title. The inscription around the frame reveals that Voet was a professor of theology at Utrecht University. Santvoort skillfully uses light and shadow to create a realistic and detailed portrait, capturing the subject's thoughtful expression and scholarly persona. This artwork provides a glimpse into the intellectual world of 17th-century Dutch academia.