Penning ter ere van burgemeester Pieter van der Werff, 1604 1700 - 1749

This anonymous etching from the 18th century is a commemorative piece honoring Pieter van der Werff, the mayor of Leiden in the Netherlands. It depicts the mayor's portrait in a circular frame with an inscription surrounding it, which likely describes his life and accomplishments. The piece is part of a larger print or document, as there are additional text panels below the portrait. This artwork provides a glimpse into the visual culture and commemorative practices of the Dutch Golden Age. Keywords: Dutch Golden Age, etching, anonymous, Pieter van der Werff, Leiden, commemorative, portrait, circular frame.