Portret van Tido Henrich von der Lith by Heinrich Jakob Otto

Portret van Tido Henrich von der Lith 1693

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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old-timey

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19th century

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sketchbook drawing

This engraving, "Portret van Tido Henrich von der Lith," by Heinrich Jakob Otto from 1693, depicts a bust portrait of Tido Henrich von der Lith. The subject is positioned within an oval frame adorned with a ribbon and an ornate flourish. The inscription below the image identifies von der Lith as a Professor of Eloquence and a Consul in Frankfurt. The etching technique used to create this portrait highlights detail and creates a sense of realism. It is a testament to the artistry of the period and offers insight into the life of a prominent figure.

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