Portret van Ulrich Zwingli by Moritz Steinla

Portret van Ulrich Zwingli 1801 - 1858

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

personal snap photobooth

aged paper

light pencil work

photo restoration

pencil sketch

light coloured

old engraving style

white palette

This engraving, "Portret van Ulrich Zwingli," by Moritz Steinla depicts the Swiss theologian Ulrich Zwingli in profile, with his head turned to the left. Created between 1801 and 1858, the piece showcases the skill of Steinla, known for his detailed renderings and precise line work. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the likeness of Zwingli, a prominent figure in the Reformation movement, and provides viewers with a glimpse into his life and legacy.