Portret van Philipp Friedrich Theodor Meckel 1796

This engraving, created in 1796 by Daniel Beyel (1760-1823), is a portrait of Philipp Friedrich Theodor Meckel, a prominent German physician and anatomist. The portrait features Meckel in profile, emphasizing his sharp features and serious expression, and is enclosed in a decorative oval frame. The inscription below the portrait identifies Meckel as a "Doctor and Professor of Surgery in Halle", providing valuable context about his profession and location. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the meticulous detail and stylistic precision of Beyel's work within the tradition of engraved portraiture.