Portret van Jean-Jacques Burlamaqui 1759 - 1815

This engraving, titled "Portret van Jean-Jacques Burlamaqui", is a work by Swiss artist Heinrich Pfenninger, created between 1759 and 1815. It depicts a portrait of Jean-Jacques Burlamaqui, a prominent Swiss jurist and philosopher. The engraving showcases Pfenninger's skilled use of line and shading to capture Burlamaqui's likeness, with particular attention to detail in the subject's powdered wig and facial features. This artwork is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the appearance of an important figure in the 18th century.