A Floral Legacy: Herman Frederik van Hengel (1705-1785) Herman Frederik van Hengel, born in Nijmegen in 1705, stands as a testament to the flourishing Dutch Golden Age and its dedication to capturing the beauty of the natural world. Though overshadowed by some contemporaries, his contribution to botanical art and interior decoration cemented his place within the artistic landscape of his time—a legacy that continues to inspire admirat…