Portret van de luitenant-admiraal Pieter Pietersz. Heyn 1776 - 1851

This engraving by Daniël Veelwaard, created between 1776 and 1851, portrays Pieter Pieterszoon Hein, a Dutch admiral renowned for capturing the Spanish treasure fleet in 1628. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Hein in an oval frame, a typical feature of portrait engravings of the era. The image captures his stern yet determined gaze, emphasizing his leadership qualities. This small-scale print, measuring 110 mm by 66 mm, serves as a valuable historical record and a testament to the artistic skill of Veelwaard, a prominent Dutch engraver of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.