Portret van Georg Henisch op 51-jarige leeftijd 1579 - 1615

This engraving, *Portret van Georg Henisch op 51-jarige leeftijd*, was created by Dominicus Custos between 1579 and 1615, just before the artist’s death. The artwork portrays Georg Henisch, a German author and engraver, at the age of 51. Henisch is depicted within an oval frame surrounded by decorative elements. The inscription around the oval reads "Georgius Henischivs Med. At. Sua Li." which likely refers to Henisch's profession as a doctor. The engraving's inscription in Latin below Henisch’s image includes a quote about the importance of hard work and divine grace. The small size of the artwork, measuring just 175 millimeters by 128 millimeters, suggests it was likely intended for personal use or as a memento of Henisch. This piece showcases the artist's skillful use of detail in rendering both the portrait and the surrounding decorative elements, as well as his mastery of the engraving technique. *Portret van Georg Henisch op 51-jarige leeftijd* is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the life and work of this important German figure.