Portret van Johann Heinrich von Heucher 1724

This 1724 engraving by Martin Bernigeroth depicts Johann Heinrich von Heucher, a prominent German physician and botanist. The portrait features Heucher in an oval frame, dressed in formal attire with a powdered wig. The inscription below identifies Heucher's titles, including "Consiliarius Aula" and "Professor Pub. Witteberg," showcasing his prestigious academic and courtly positions. Bernigeroth's meticulous rendering captures the subject's dignified bearing and intellect, making it a valuable document of 18th-century portraiture.