Portret van Albrecht Dürer 1780s

This anonymous engraving from the 1780s depicts Albrecht Dürer, a prominent German Renaissance artist known for his detailed and realistic style. The engraving is a profile portrait of Dürer, showcasing his characteristic long, curly hair. The inscription beneath the portrait reads "In effigiem Alberti Dureri," which translates to "In the likeness of Albert Dürer". This engraving, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artistic appreciation and historical reverence for Dürer's legacy.