Portretbuste van keizer Galba 1666 - 1671

This etching by Jan de Bisschop, created between 1666 and 1671, depicts a bust portrait of the Roman Emperor Galba. It showcases the artist's mastery of detail, with the emperor's wrinkles, furrowed brow, and intense gaze rendered with meticulous accuracy. The use of hatching and cross-hatching gives the image a sense of depth and texture, creating a realistic depiction of the subject. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the Roman Empire through the eyes of a 17th-century Dutch artist.