Portret van Franciscus Meyvartius 1654

"Portret van Franciscus Meyvartius" is a 1654 engraving by Flemish artist Steven van Lamsweerde. The artwork is a portrait of Franciscus Meyvartius, a philosopher and academic at the University of Groningen. The engraving depicts Meyvartius in a close-up view, wearing a black academic gown and a white collar, with a serious expression. The artist used a combination of linework and shading to create a realistic portrayal of his subject. This engraving is a prime example of the portraiture style popular in the 17th century, emphasizing realistic details and highlighting the sitter's intellectual nature.