Portret van Salomon de Bray 1664

This etching by Dirck de Bray is a portrait of Salomon de Bray, a painter and architect from Haarlem. The portrait was created in 1664 and depicts Salomon de Bray in a three-quarter view with his head turned slightly to the left. The image is a detailed depiction of Salomon de Bray's features, with a particular focus on his eyes and facial expressions. This etching is a testament to Dirck de Bray's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture a likeness in a realistic and engaging manner. The text below the portrait identifies Salomon de Bray as a “Schilder en Bouw-meester”, a painter and architect. The etching is a valuable historical document that reveals much about Dutch artistic life in the 17th century.