Portret van Ewald Christian von Kleist 1759 - 1803

This engraving, "Portret van Ewald Christian von Kleist", created by Christian Gottlieb Geyser between 1759 and 1803, depicts Ewald Christian von Kleist, a German poet, playwright, and soldier. The image shows Kleist in an oval frame with a landscape scene below. This work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates the artist's mastery in portraiture and engraving, using detailed lines to capture the subject's likeness. The overall aesthetic reflects the popular style of the 18th century, emphasizing realism and classicism.