Portret van Johannes Vischer 1596

This 1596 engraving by Jakob Lederlein is a portrait of Johannes Visceri, a German philosopher and doctor who was a professor at the University of Tübingen. It depicts Visceri wearing a fur-lined robe and holding a book and quill, signifying his academic status. The portrait is framed by an elaborate design featuring putti and a banner with an inscription detailing Visceri’s achievements and death. This engraving is a testament to the importance of education and scholarship during the Renaissance.