Portret van Benedictus Arias Montanus 1682

This engraving by Edme de Boulonois, created in 1682, is a portrait of Benedictus Arias Montanus. The artwork depicts Montanus in a detailed, realistic style with a focus on his facial features and attire. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, capturing the intricacies of Montanus's clothing and beard. The engraving is a fine example of 17th-century portraiture, capturing the likeness of a prominent scholar and theologian. It is currently held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.