Portret van Ernst Ludwig von Spiegel zum Diesenberg 1781 - 1803

This artwork, “Portret van Ernst Ludwig von Spiegel zum Diesenberg”, created by Christian Gottlieb Geyser between 1781-1803, features a portrait of Ernst Ludwig von Spiegel zum Diesenberg on a coin. This design is a portrait medallion and can be found in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork is a detailed, engraved illustration that depicts the subject’s likeness in profile. It is likely a commemorative piece for the subject, and the inscription around the portrait may include details of his life. This engraving is an example of portraiture that was common in 18th-century art.