Portret van aartsbisschop Thomas Cranmer c. 1669 - 1731

"Portret van aartsbisschop Thomas Cranmer" is an engraving by Dutch artist Pieter van Gunst, dating to the early 18th century. The portrait depicts Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, in a formal pose with a long beard and a black cap. He is shown within a frame, adorned with ornate flames and a miter, symbolizing his position and his eventual martyrdom. The work is characteristic of van Gunst's style, which combined meticulous detail with a sense of historical accuracy. It is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing the artistic and religious landscape of 17th-century Netherlands.