Portret van Johannes Cloppenburg 1644

Cornelis van Dalen I’s 1644 engraving, “Portret van Johannes Cloppenburg,” is a portrait of the theologian Johannes Cloppenburg. The image shows a close-up view of the sitter’s head and shoulders, framed in an oval, and is notable for its detailed depiction of Cloppenburg’s beard, ruff, and clothing. The engraving also includes an inscription with a quote from Cloppenburg, which emphasizes his intellectual abilities and accomplishments. This artwork exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age portraiture style, characterized by a focus on realism, detail, and a sense of individual identity. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.