Historical Engravings

Detailed engravings from the 17th century portraying notable historical figures in traditional attire, often accompanied by heraldic symbols and furnishings.

Portrait of Martin Luther, Pieter Holsteyn (II), 1673 print Portrait of Martin Luther, in the interior of a study. Behind him a swan. Under the portrait there are name and data in two lines in Latin. Among them two columns with four lines each; Left in Latin and on the right in Dutch. Below that two lines in Dutch. Amsterdam paper engraving study; 'studiolo'; library
Portrait of Martin Luther, Pieter Holsteyn (II), 1673 print Portrait of Martin Luther, in the interior of a study. Behind him a swan. Under the portrait there are name and data in two lines in Latin. Among them two columns with four lines each; Left in Latin and on the right in Dutch. Below that two lines in Dutch. Amsterdam paper engraving study; 'studiolo'; library