Portret van Johann Hieronymus Hermann 1687 - 1743

This engraving by Johann Georg Mentzel, created between 1687 and 1743, portrays Johann Hieronymus Hermann, a renowned German physician and naturalist. The portrait showcases Hermann in an oval frame, set against a backdrop of drapery, reflecting the formal style of 18th-century portraiture. The inscription below identifies the subject and provides his birthdate: August 15, 1684 in Dinkelsbühl. This artwork provides a glimpse into the lives of prominent figures of the era and offers insight into the conventions of portraiture during that period.