Portret van keizer Jozef I by Pieter van Gunst

Portret van keizer Jozef I 1690 - 1731

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

wedding photograph

photo restoration

pencil sketch

old engraving style

unrealistic statue

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

columned text

Pieter van Gunst's "Portret van keizer Jozef I" is a 17th century engraving depicting Holy Roman Emperor Joseph I. This print, housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases Van Gunst's mastery of portraiture and fine detail, evident in the intricate ornamentation around the emperor's bust. The use of a laurel wreath, a common symbol of victory, underscores the emperor's power and authority. The work is a powerful testament to the skill of the Dutch engraver.