Portret van Johann Heinrich Voss 1805

"Portret van Johann Heinrich Voss" is an engraving by Johann Daniel (II) Laurenz, created in 1805. The artwork portrays a profile view of Voss, a German poet, in an oval frame. Laurenz, active as an engraver between 1770-1832, captures Voss in a formal portrait style, common in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This etching is notable for its detailed rendering of Voss's features and the subtle shading used to create depth and form. The artwork is a testament to Laurenz's skillful execution of the engraving technique, highlighting the importance of portraiture in capturing the likeness of prominent individuals of the era.