Portret van de jurist en hoogleraar Alexander Arnold Pagenstecher 1695 - 1713

"Portret van de jurist en hoogleraar Alexander Arnold Pagenstecher" is a portrait etching created by Pieter Schenk between 1695 and 1713, depicting Alexander Arnold Pagenstecher, a prominent jurist and professor. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases Schenk's mastery of etching, capturing Pagenstecher's likeness in fine detail, particularly the intricate curls of his wig and the texture of his clothing. This etching is a testament to the importance of portraiture in 17th-century Dutch art, documenting individuals of significance within their communities.