Angelo Maria Querini 1703 - 1757

This engraving by Johann Christoph Sysang, dating from 1703-1757, depicts Angelo Maria Querini, a prominent Venetian Patriarch. The artwork, housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Querini in a formal portrait setting. He is dressed in clerical robes and positioned within an oval frame, emphasizing his status and dignity. The engraving's intricate details, from the meticulously rendered folds of his garment to the inscription below, highlight the artist's skill and contribute to the artwork's overall sense of reverence and historical importance. The inscription, which praises Querini's virtues and achievements, further adds to the portrait's historical and biographical context.