Portret van Erasmus Sarcerius 1597 - 1599

This engraving, created by Robert Boissard between 1597 and 1599, is a portrait of Erasmus Sarcerius, a prominent figure in the Reformation. The work depicts Sarcerius seated, holding a book in a contemplative pose, emphasizing his scholarly and religious pursuits. The detailed rendering of his face, clothed in a long gown and cap, provides a sense of his character and intellectual prowess. Boissard's engraving is a powerful testament to the importance of humanist thought during the Reformation era, and serves as a visual representation of Sarcerius's contributions to religious discourse.