Gedenkteken voor Isaac Scholten 1818 - 1820

"Gedenkteken voor Isaac Scholten" is a print by Walraad Nieuwhoff depicting a memorial to Isaac Scholten, a Dutch clergyman. The print includes cherubs, a portrait of Scholten, and figures representing various aspects of his life, including writing, time, and a birdcage symbolizing his soul. The print dates from 1818-1820 and is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection. Nieuwhoff's work is notable for its detailed portrayal of the memorial and its focus on capturing the solemnity of the occasion. This print is an example of a Dutch commemorative print, a genre that grew in popularity in the 19th century.