Portret van Johann Hieronymus Schröter 1775 - 1814

Medardus Thoenert created this portrait of Johann Hieronymus Schröter using etching techniques. Thoenert was working during a time of significant social and political upheaval, marked by the Enlightenment and the rise of revolutionary ideas. Here, we see Schröter, a prominent figure, rendered in profile within a classical oval frame, a style that speaks to the era's fascination with reason and order. His identity as a man of science and status is subtly conveyed through the precise lines of the etching, carefully detailing his formal attire. Thoenert invites us to consider not just the individual, but also the values and structures of the society that shaped him. It offers a glimpse into the complex interplay between individual identity and societal expectations, capturing a moment in time that reflects broader cultural and intellectual currents.