Portret van Johann Konrad Spoerl 1767

This 1767 engraving by Georg Lichtensteger depicts Johann Konrad Spoerl, a prominent figure in the Dutch Reformed Church. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Spoerl in a formal pose, dressed in a long, black robe and a large, white ruff collar. He rests his hand on a book, emphasizing his scholarly background. The inscription below the portrait provides biographical details about Spoerl, including his religious affiliations and positions within the church. This artwork is a valuable historical record of an important figure in Dutch religious life.