Portret van Johann Georg Pritius 1701 - 1759

This engraving, "Portret van Johann Georg Pritius," by Georg Daniel Heumann, dates from 1701 to 1759. It features a bust-length portrait of Johann Georg Pritius, a theologian, within an oval frame surrounded by allegorical figures. The central figure is shown in a dark gown with a white collar and powdered wig. Two figures flank him, one with a cross and a candle, and the other with an anchor, likely representing faith and hope. The engraving is an example of a Baroque portrait style, showcasing the subject's dignity and intellect through detail and symbolism.