Portret van Michiael Friedrich Lochner 1720 - 1759

Georg Daniel Heumann created this portrait of Michiael Friedrich Lochner using engraving techniques. It offers a glimpse into the cultural and social values of the 18th century. The portrait reflects the subject's status through symbolic visual cues. Lochner's elaborate wig and aristocratic clothing are markers of social standing, while the inscribed text emphasizes his lineage and professional titles. The use of Latin, the language of scholarship and authority, underscores the subject's education and intellectual position. We see the intersection of class, education, and identity in the way Lochner is presented. This portrait raises questions about who is represented in art and how. It invites us to consider the power dynamics inherent in portraiture and the ways in which artists can either reinforce or subvert dominant narratives. It serves as a reminder of the individuals and histories that may be overlooked in broader historical accounts.