Andreas Bruun, præst 1706

This 1706 engraving by Andreas Reinhardt is a portrait of Andreas Bruun, a Danish clergyman. The piece, which is part of the collection of the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, depicts Bruun in a seated pose, holding a book in his left hand, and wearing a traditional clerical robe and large, lace collar. Reinhardt uses a simple style and detailed shading to create a lifelike depiction of Bruun, who is shown in a contemplative mood, reflecting the subject's serious occupation. The engraving, printed on a plate measuring 185 x 136 mm, is a notable example of the artist's work in the early 18th century.