Portret van kardinaal Roberto Bellarmino aan zijn schrijftafel 1621 - 1662

This engraving by Johann Friedrich Greuter, dated 1621-1662, depicts a portrait of Cardinal Roberto Bellarmino, a prominent theologian and scholar, seated at his writing desk. The image shows Bellarmino in a contemplative pose, engaged in his scholarly work. The detailed depiction of his surroundings, including bookshelves filled with volumes and various writing implements, emphasizes the cardinal's intellectual pursuits. The engraving's inscription provides biographical information about Bellarmino, including his age at the time of his death. The work is an excellent example of a portrait genre that sought to depict prominent individuals within their context. This engraving, now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life and work of this important historical figure.