Portret van Johann Kaspar Lavater 1781

This engraving, "Portret van Johann Kaspar Lavater," was created by Johann Rudolph Holzhalb in 1781. The artwork depicts a bust-length portrait of Johann Kaspar Lavater, a Swiss theologian and physiognomist. Lavater is shown in profile, looking to the right, with a serious expression. The engraving is framed by an oval, adorned with floral motifs and a butterfly. The inscription below the portrait is in German and alludes to Lavater's work on physiognomy. This small but detailed portrait is a testament to Holzhalb's skill in capturing the likeness and personality of his subject.