Portret van Johannes Guler von Wyneck 1768 - 1817

This engraving, "Portret van Johannes Guler von Wyneck," was created by Johann Heinrich Lips. We see Guler, framed in an oval, his gaze direct. Born in 1562 and deceased in 1637, Guler lived during a time of significant religious and political upheaval. His portrait, with its Latin inscription "For God, Fatherland, and Friends," encapsulates the values of duty and loyalty that were prized during the period of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation. Lips, working later in the 18th century, revives this image, and perhaps idealizes it in the context of Enlightenment thought. This engraving prompts us to reflect on how history and identity are constructed and represented through art. It invites us to consider the enduring relevance of these historical figures and their values in contemporary society.