Portret van Henricus Hageman, predikend 1765

This 1765 engraving by Pieter Louw depicts Henricus Hageman, a prominent Dutch preacher, in a formal portrait. The image shows Hageman seated with an open book in front of him, his hand resting upon it as if in the midst of a sermon. Hageman's serious expression and the inscription below the image referencing his "smooth tongue" and ability to inspire faith in others highlight his role as a powerful orator and religious figure. The elaborate, ornamented frame adds a sense of gravitas and formality to the portrait, underscoring the importance of Hageman's position within the religious community. This artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Louw's skill in capturing the likeness and essence of his subject, making it a valuable document of 18th-century Dutch portraiture.