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Unknown (18th century): Portrait of the pastor Christian Hirsch, chest piece in gown with ruff, 18th century, Copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on Paper Inscription: At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "CHRISTIANVS HIRSCH Norimbergensis.". Date: 18th century Description: The print shows the portrait of a historical figure in formal European Baroque clothing. The viewer perceives a monochrome chequered background on which the portrait is executed in a detailed engraving. The main features of the portrait are the splendour of the curls, an opulent millstone collar and an intense, direct gaze. Below the portrait is an inscription recording the sitter's name and dates of life as well as his career. Person: Christian Hirsch (1669 - 1745 ) Keywords: Portrait; Baroque; Engraving; Shirt collar; Curls; Historical personality; Portrait; Inscription; Graphic; Dates of life; Occupational stations; Formal clothing; European art; Direct view; Engraving; Art history; Clothing detail; Depiction of person; Concentration on face; Pastor; Ruff, 18th century, Baroque, Portraits, Germany, Size: Paper: 17,8 cm x 13,2 cm (7 x 5,2 in), Plate: 13,7 cm x 10,2 cm (5,4 x 4 in), Depiction: 11,0 cm x 9,7 cm (4,3 x 3,8 in)