Portret van Johann Friedrich Blumenbach 1775 - 1840

This engraving by Ernst Ludwig Riepenhausen, created between 1775 and 1840, depicts Johann Friedrich Blumenbach, a prominent German anatomist and anthropologist known for his work on human origins. The portrait captures Blumenbach in a classic bust format, showcasing his distinguished features with detailed rendering of his clothing and a delicate bow tie. The engraving highlights the subject’s intellectual character and signifies the importance of Blumenbach’s contributions to the field of science.