Wilhelmus Hennings 1793

This engraving by Gerhard Ludvig Lahde depicts Wilhelmus Hennings, a prominent figure in Danish history. Created in 1793, the portrait showcases Hennings in a formal setting, wearing a dark jacket and a ruffled shirt. His gaze is direct, conveying a sense of authority. The image is framed within an oval, a common technique for portrait engravings of the period. The inscription below identifies Hennings as "Reg. Princ & Nob. Justitie Consilis, Audit. Phys & Chir in S. Hof-Chir. Reg. P. P. & c. nat. 1. 12. Julii 1736," revealing his titles and birthdate. This artwork offers a glimpse into Danish aristocracy and the art of portraiture in the late 18th century.