Portret van Johann Gabriel Doppelmayr 1775 - 1834

This engraving, "Portret van Johann Gabriel Doppelmayr," created by Konrad Westermayr between 1775 and 1834, depicts the German astronomer Johann Gabriel Doppelmayr in an oval frame. The work is a fine example of portraiture in the Neoclassical style. The meticulous detail and the use of shading techniques create a sense of realism and depth. The inscription beneath the portrait identifies the subject and provides his birthdate. The engraving is housed in the Rijksmuseum and measures 143 mm in height and 88 mm in width.