Portret van Peter Fischer 1775 - 1840

This is a portrait of Peter Fischer by Ernst Ludwig Riepenhausen, made using an engraving technique. The image has been created by cutting lines into a metal plate, inking the surface, and then transferring it to paper under great pressure. The process is crucial here. Fischer was a renowned metal founder in Nuremberg, celebrated for his contributions to bronze casting. The choice of engraving mirrors Fischer's own mastery of metalworking. The precision and control required in both engraving and metal casting reflect the skill, labor, and tradition involved. There's a direct correlation between the means of production and the subject matter. Riepenhausen is not merely depicting Fischer; he's implicitly acknowledging the founder's expertise through a medium that shares a similar spirit of meticulous craftsmanship. This emphasizes the value of skilled work and the importance of recognizing artisans like Fischer as significant cultural figures.