Who painted Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher?

Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher was painted by [G. de jr.?], Broen in 1750.

Where can I see Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher?

Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher is held by Leiden University Libraries.

What movement is Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher?

Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher is associated with Rococo painting.

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Artwork

Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher

[G. de jr.?], Broen , 1750

Portrait of Petrus Poiret, theologian and philosopher is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist [G. de jr.?], Broen. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Leiden University Libraries. This portrait depicts Petrus Poiret, a theologian and philosopher.

About this work

Overview

This portrait depicts Petrus Poiret, a theologian and philosopher. The image is based on a print by Nicolaas Verkolje.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown in a dark coat and white collar, holding a book, with a calm expression and soft, one-sided lighting. The plain, dark background emphasizes his figure.

Technique & Style

The portrait retains the quiet mood of Verkolje's original print. A Latin poem, added later by Gerard van Ewyk, appears below the image.

History & Provenance

The work is a copy of Verkolje's print, with the Latin poem added subsequently.