Portret van Johann Tobias Mayer 1808 - 1861

Heinrich Lödel's "Portret van Johann Tobias Mayer" is a black and white engraving that depicts Johann Tobias Mayer in a bust portrait. The artwork is a small piece measuring 90 mm in height and 71 mm in width, created between 1808 and 1861. The artist's signature appears below the engraving. The engraving showcases the detailed craftsmanship of Lödel, known for his meticulous work in the printmaking genre. This artwork provides a glimpse into the life of the influential Johann Tobias Mayer, a German astronomer and cartographer, through a realistic and refined depiction.