Portret van Petrus Scriverius before 1816

"Portret van Petrus Scriverius" is a portrait etching by Dutch artist Nicolaas van der Worm, created sometime before 1816. The artwork depicts Petrus Scriverius, a Dutch humanist, historian and poet. The portrait is a close-up, capturing the subject's face and upper torso. Scriverius is shown wearing a hat and a high collar, common attire for men of his time. The etching is a fine example of van der Worm's ability to render realistic detail, with carefully rendered lines that create a sense of depth and texture. Nicolaas van der Worm, known for his engravings, produced this intricate portrait of a prominent figure in Dutch history, adding another dimension to the cultural record of the era.