Portretten van Barnabé Brisson en Johann Gottlieb Heineccius 1743

This 1743 engraving by Johann Christoph Sysang, titled *Portretten van Barnabé Brisson en Johann Gottlieb Heineccius*, depicts two prominent legal scholars of the 18th century: Barnabé Brisson and Johann Gottlieb Heineccius. The image features ornate rococo-style framing, with cherubs flanking the portraits, and a scene of a library below. This type of visual style was common in the 18th century, particularly in engravings, and it was used to elevate the status of the subjects. The inscription at the bottom, "IO. GOTTL. HEINECCI. DICTIONARIUM IURIDICUM", indicates the work was a legal dictionary. The scene highlights the intellectual and scholarly pursuits of the era, with the library serving as a backdrop for knowledge and learning. The Rijksmuseum houses this engraving as a testament to the artistry and historical importance of such prints.