Portret van Gregor Horst 1645 - 1665

"Portret van Gregor Horst", a 17th-century engraving by Johann Friedrich Fleischberger, depicts Gregor Horst, a prominent physician and scholar. The portrait features Horst in a formal pose, holding a flower in his hand and with a skull and a globe visible in the background, symbolizing mortality and the pursuit of knowledge. Fleischberger was known for his detailed and expressive engravings, and this work is a fine example of his artistry. The inscription in Latin beneath the portrait praises Horst's intellectual achievements, comparing him to the legendary figures of Hermes and Hippocrates, two pioneers in medicine and science. This artwork is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the lives and careers of intellectuals in the 17th century, and showcases Fleischberger's mastery of the engraving technique.