Portret van Balthasar Gerbier, op 42-jarige leeftijd 1634

This engraving, "Portret van Balthasar Gerbier, op 42-jarige leeftijd" (Portrait of Balthasar Gerbier at the age of 42), was created by the Dutch artist Paulus Pontius in 1634. This detailed portrait of Balthasar Gerbier, a prominent figure in the art world, highlights his sharp features and the rich textures of his clothing. Pontius, known for his masterful use of etching and engraving, captures Gerbier's presence with a realism that makes him appear almost lifelike. The work is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch portraiture and can be found in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.