Vers over Hendrik Hooft Danielsz. 1787 - 1794

"Vers over Hendrik Hooft Danielsz." is an engraved portrait by Dutch artist Noach van der (II) Meer. It was created between 1787 and 1794 and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The engraving, measuring 112mm in height and 93mm in width, features a circular composition containing a poem in Dutch, celebrating the subject, Hendrik Hooft Danielsz. The work is a testament to van der Meer's skill in capturing the nuances of the written word through the art of engraving. This portrait offers a glimpse into the 18th-century Dutch artistic tradition, showcasing the enduring power of poetry and the artist's ability to translate it into a visual form.