Portret van Menno Simons 1788

"Portret van Menno Simons" (1788) is an engraving by Louis E.F. Garreau, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The portrait depicts Menno Simons, a sixteenth-century Dutch Anabaptist leader. The engraving is framed within a circular medallion, adorned with a ribbon and a laurel wreath. The inscription on the medallion surrounds the image of Menno Simons, highlighting his role as a religious reformer. The use of engraving techniques in this piece is typical of the period, portraying a detailed and realistic depiction of the subject, showcasing Garreau's mastery of the medium.