Portret van Marcus Tullius Cicero 1566

This 1566 engraving by René Boyvin depicts a portrait of Marcus Tullius Cicero, a Roman philosopher, lawyer, and statesman. The artwork is a fine example of the Renaissance era's interest in classical figures and history. The portrait is rendered in profile, a common practice in Roman portraiture. The detailed facial features, including the wrinkles and the thoughtful expression, lend a sense of realism to the work. This engraving is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam.