Portret van Hermannus de Schoenmaker 1608

This engraving, “Portret van Hermannus de Schoenmaker,” by Christoffel van Sichem I, depicts a portrait of Hermannus de Schoenmaker, a Dutch shoemaker who lived in the 16th century. Created in 1608, the artwork portrays de Schoenmaker in a seated pose, holding a trident in one hand and a jug in the other. The portrait is framed by a decorative border, reflecting the artistic trends of the 17th century Dutch Golden Age, and is a striking example of the artist's signature style of precise detail and expressive lines. The work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life and personality of a lesser-known historical figure.