Portret van Zacharias Vogel by Gottlieb Leberecht Crusius

Portret van Zacharias Vogel 1758

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

yellowing background

photo restoration

ink paper printed

light coloured

old engraving style

white palette

"Portret van Zacharias Vogel" is a 1758 engraving by the German artist Gottlieb Leberecht Crusius. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts Zacharias Vogel, a prominent figure in the field of medicine and natural sciences. The portrait showcases Vogel in a formal setting, seated at a table with a book in his hand. The engraving's meticulous detail and realistic portrayal highlight Crusius' skill in this genre. This artwork offers a glimpse into the lives of intellectuals and scientists in the 18th century.