Portret van Barthold Hinrich Brockes 1705 - 1730

"Portret van Barthold Hinrich Brockes" is an engraving by Christian Fritzsch from 1705 - 1730. The artwork is of Barthold Hinrich Brockes, a prominent German poet, playwright, and politician, depicted in a formal pose, with a book in his hand and a background that alludes to his intellectual pursuits. The inscription at the bottom of the engraving highlights Brockes's various political and social roles. This is a fine example of portraiture from the Baroque period, a time when artistic expression aimed to evoke emotion and emphasize the sitter's social standing. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.