Portret van Benito Arias Montano 1572 - 1662

This engraving depicts a portrait of Benito Arias Montano, a Spanish humanist, theologian, and scholar. The image is a bust-length portrait, showing Benito Arias Montano with a short, neatly trimmed beard and mustache. He wears a fur-trimmed garment and looks directly at the viewer, creating a sense of intimacy. The engraving is a testament to the skill of the anonymous artist and highlights the importance of Benito Arias Montano in 16th-century scholarship. The inscription below the portrait further emphasizes his contributions to scholarship and his legacy.