Portret van Christoph Martin Burchard Possibly 1742 - 1769

This engraving, "Portret van Christoph Martin Burchard," by Christian Fritzsch, depicts Christoph Martin Burchard, a professor of medicine in Leipzig. The portrait is in the style of a typical portrait of the 18th century, with Burchard presented in a formal pose, wearing a powdered wig and ornate clothing. This engraving is an excellent example of the detailed work produced by Fritzsch during his long career as an artist.