Regnier Hansloe, an Anabaptist Minister, and His Wife (Cornelis Claesz Anslo and His Wife Aeltje Gerritsdr Schouten) 1781

This 1781 engraving by Josiah Boydell depicts the Anabaptist minister Regnier Hansloe and his wife, Cornelis Claesz Anslo and Aeltje Gerritsdr Schouten. The couple is posed in a formal portrait style, with the minister gesturing towards an open book on a nearby table, while his wife sits quietly by his side. The artwork's focus on the couple's devout Christian faith, along with the inclusion of a book and a candlestick, suggests a deeply spiritual and intimate setting. It is a valuable example of portraiture during this period, offering a glimpse into the lives and values of a prominent Anabaptist family.