Portret van Menno Simons op 66-jarige leeftijd 1683

This 1683 engraving by Jacob Burghart depicts Menno Simons, the founder of the Mennonite movement, at the age of 66. Simons is portrayed seated at a table, writing in a book with a quill pen. The image highlights Simons' dedication to religious scholarship, evident in his studious posture and the books around him. The inscription surrounding Simons identifies him and his age, and provides biographical details about his life. Burghart's work is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the life of a prominent religious figure of the 16th century.