A Floral Legacy: Herman Frederik van Hengel (1705-1785) Herman Frederik van Hengel, born in Nijmegen in 1705, embodies the very essence of the Dutch Golden Age—a period characterized by unparalleled artistic innovation and a profound fascination with the natural world. While perhaps less celebrated than some contemporaries, his indelible mark on botanical art and opulent interior decoration secures his position as a pivotal figure wit…