Johannes Meursius, Historian
1631
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1631
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting depicts a man with a ruffled collar, wearing a dark jacket and a medallion around his neck. He has a short beard and is looking directly at the viewer. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it is from the Baroque period. The level of detail in the engraving, particularly in the folds of the collar and the texture of the jacket, indicates a high level of skill on the part of the artist. This painting is a great example of the work of Simon van de Passe, a Dutch engraver who was active during the Baroque period.
