Portret van Don Juan II van Oostenrijk 1656 - 1676

This 17th century engraving by Flemish artist Frederik Bouttats, titled "Portret van Don Juan II van Oostenrijk," features a portrait of Don Juan II of Austria, Governor of the Netherlands from 1656 to 1676. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative frame featuring cherubs and garlands. The image is a classic example of Baroque portraiture, a style characterized by its elaborate ornamentation, dramatic lighting, and emphasis on realism. The work, which is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcases Bouttats’ mastery of the engraving technique, and his ability to capture both the physical likeness and the authority of his subject.