Everhard Bornaeus

Abraham Blooteling

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist up, positioned facing slightly to the right while looking directly at the viewer. His facial features include a high forehead, a slightly downturned mouth, and thin lips, with a mostly bald head and longer hair on the sides extending to his ears. He is wearing a dark, full-sleeved robe with a white collar and intricate detailing on the cuffs. His left hand is holding a closed book, and his right hand is gesturing. The background is a plain, textured surface. Below the portrait, there is ornate text featuring the name "EVERHARDUS BORNÆUS" and additional text detailing his positions and years in a decorative frame with cherubs at each end.