Portret van Philipp Melanchthon 1670 - 1713

"Portret van Philipp Melanchthon" is an engraving by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk, depicting the German theologian Philipp Melanchthon. The work, created between 1670 and 1713, is a classic example of portraiture from the Dutch Golden Age. Melanchthon is depicted in a seated pose, holding a book, and wearing a simple robe, conveying a sense of intellectualism and authority. The engraving's inscription "Si Deus pro nobis, quis contranos?" (If God be for us, who can be against us?) emphasizes Melanchthon's strong religious beliefs and his role as a key figure in the Protestant Reformation. This artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the art and intellectual movements of 17th century Europe.