Portret van Franz Benedikt Hermann 1775 - 1834

This engraving, "Portret van Franz Benedikt Hermann" (1775-1834) by Konrad Westermayr (1765-1834), depicts the prominent figure, Franz Benedikt Hermann. The artwork, now located in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Hermann in a formal portrait style, highlighting his status as a "Bae Kais Cherkershauptmann." The engraving’s inscription provides details of Hermann's various positions, including Chief of the Berya Hutton-Direction and membership of the Academy of Sciences in St. Petersburg. The artist's meticulous detail and use of shadow and light create a lifelike representation of Hermann. This work exemplifies the use of engraving as a means of documenting and commemorating significant individuals of the time.