Johan Godschalk van Schurman by Anna Maria van Schurman, c. 1645-50

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Anna Maria van Schurman used pencil and paper to draw this small portrait of her brother Johan Godschalk van Schurman. Johan is depicted with curly hair and a floral jacket with shoulder pads. The Latin inscription in the top left corner reads “In the age of 45,” while the top right corner features the Van Schurman coat of arms. (Translation by Museum Martena)

Citation: Van Schurman, Anna Maria. Mid 17th century. Portrait of Johan Godschalk van Schurman. Pencil on paper. Museum Martena, Franeker, The Netherlands
Permissions: This image is used with permission from Museum Martena
Credit: Museum Martena
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