Portret van Aegidius Hunnius 1682 - 1709

Johann Christoph Boecklin’s “Portret van Aegidius Hunnius” is an etching depicting the theologian Aegidius Hunnius. The portrait is framed by a decorative oval border which includes a Latin inscription that details Hunnius's life and achievements. Hunnius, a prominent figure in the Lutheran Church, is shown in a serious pose, dressed in a black gown, holding a book in his hand. The image, dated between 1682 and 1709, is a fine example of Boecklin’s skillful use of etching to capture detail and convey personality. This artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the world of 17th-century religious scholarship and portraiture.