Hein Collection

Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Piet Pieterszoon Hein brings in the silver fleet, Netherlands, 1629 (c1870). Piet Hein (1577-1629) was a Dutch naval officer who became a popular hero because of his exploits in the Eighty Years War

Johann Hein. Voss
JOHANN HEINRICH VOSS German writer Date: 1751 - 1826

Johann Hein. Hottinger
JOHANN HEINRICH HOTTINGER Swiss churchman and scholar from Zurich - theologian, philologist and historian. Date: 1620 - 1647

Hein. Matt. von Thurn
count Heinrich Matthias von Thurn-Baisassina (1567 - 1640) Bohemian-Swedish protestant general and statesman, held responsible for initiating the Thirty Years War

Piet Heinstraat, The Hague, Netherlands. Date: circa 1900

SERT, Josep Maria. Love and Silence
SERT, Jos頍 aric (1874-1945). Dance of Love. Love and silence. 1910. Sketch of the scenery by Hein Keckroth. Romanticism. Drawing. Private Collection

Hein. Jacob Sivers
HEINRICH JACOB SIVERS German churchman, poet and naturalist Date: 1708 - 1758

Aug. Hein. Neithardt
AUGUST HEINRICH NEITHARDT German musician, Kapelmeister of the Berlin Chapel Boys Choir, which he brought to London in 1850 to considerable mutual satisfaction. Date: 1793 - 1861

Johann Hein. Michaelis
JOHANN HEINRICH MICHAELIS German churchman and oriental scholar Date: 1668 - 1738

Charl Hein. Heinecken
CARL HEINRICH von HEINECKEN German writer and artist Date: 1706 - 1791

Fj Mottl / Hein Postcard
FELIX JOSEF MOTTL Austrian composer and conductor

Piet Hein Dutch Naval
PIET HEIN Dutch sea-captain who becomes a national hero when, in 1628, he captures an entire Spanish silver fleet and brings it back to Amsterdam in triumph

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"Hein: A Name Woven into History and Art" From the literary genius of Johann Hein. Voss to the bravery of Piet Pieterszoon Hein, the name "Hein" has left an indelible mark on various aspects of human achievement. In 1629, a defining moment occurred when Piet Pieterszoon Hein led the Netherlands' silver fleet to victory, as depicted in a captivating artwork by W Steelink. This triumph forever etched his name into maritime history. Moving from seafaring exploits to urban landscapes, we find ourselves in The Hague's vibrant streets where Piet Heinstraat stands proudly bearing its namesake. A testament to his legacy and impact on Dutch society. But "Hein" is not confined solely to historical figures or street signs; it permeates artistic realms too. In SERT's masterpiece titled "Love and Silence, " one can sense the profound emotions conveyed through delicate brushstrokes—a visual representation of love intertwined with silence. Beyond paintings and poetry lies another facet of this multifaceted surname—Jacob Sivers' musical compositions under the pseudonym "Hein. " His melodies evoke powerful emotions that resonate deeply within listeners' hearts. Augmenting this creative lineage is Johann Hein. Neithardt, whose poetic verses captivate readers with their lyrical beauty and thought-provoking themes—an embodiment of artistry at its finest. Johann Hein. Michaelis takes us down a different path altogether—the realm of scientific exploration. His groundbreaking discoveries have revolutionized our understanding of natural phenomena, leaving an enduring legacy in academia. Meanwhile, Charl Hein Heinecken invites us into his world—a world where photography becomes a medium for storytelling and self-expression—an invitation to see life through his lens. As we circle back once more to Johann Hein Voss and Johann Hein Hottinger—two individuals who share this remarkable moniker—we are reminded that greatness knows no boundaries.