Portret van Johannes Jacobus Otho Hala-Suevus 1661 - 1699

"Portret van Johannes Jacobus Otho Hala-Suevus" is a 17th-century engraving by Cornelis Nicolaus Schurtz. The artwork depicts Johannes Jacobus Otho Hala-Suevus, a man with a long, curly wig and a serious expression. He is dressed in a dark robe and holds a book in his right hand. This engraving appears to be a portrait commissioned by Hala-Suevus himself, based on the prominent inscription surrounding his figure. The inclusion of the Latin phrase "pax mihi" ("peace to me") in the inscription likely signifies his personal faith. The inscription also details his birthdate, as well as the date of his ordination as a minister. This small-format engraving, measuring only 176 mm in height and 146 mm in width, demonstrates the detail and skill of Schurtz's work.