Gedenkteken voor Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft 1787

This 1787 engraving by Noach van der (II) Meer, titled "Gedenkteken voor Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft," is a commemorative piece honoring Hendrik Hooft, a Dutch politician. The image depicts a female figure representing Liberty, standing on a pedestal with a portrait of Hooft in an oval frame. The scene is surrounded by symbolic objects, including a crown, a sword, and a book. The engraving is a powerful testament to Hooft's legacy, showcasing his role as a defender of civic and religious freedom. The Rijksmuseum holds this artwork, which measures 314 mm in height and 220 mm in width.