Bildnis des Bildhauers Melchior Barthel im Oval 

This portrait, created by Joachim von Sandrart, a prominent German artist of the 17th century, depicts Melchior Barthel, a sculptor. The charcoal drawing, housed in the Städel Museum, presents a close-up of Barthel's face and upper torso, captured within an oval frame. The artist's skilled use of shading and detail creates a realistic portrayal of the subject, highlighting his individual features and suggesting the texture of his clothing. This work exemplifies Sandrart's talent for capturing the likeness and character of his sitters through the art of portraiture.