Portret van Gerard van der Port 1670 - 1713

"Portret van Gerard van der Port" is a portrait etching by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk, created between 1670 and 1713. This artwork depicts Gerard van der Port, a pastor from Amsterdam, seated with a book in his hand, against a dark backdrop with a draped curtain. The etching, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures van der Port in a solemn and dignified pose, highlighting his role as a respected religious figure. Schenk's detailed rendering and use of chiaroscuro, evident in the subtle variations of light and shadow, adds depth and realism to the portrait.