Silhouetportret van S. de Vries 1776 - 1810

"Silhouetportret van S. de Vries", an 18th-century silhouette portrait of S. de Vries by Govert Kitsen, exemplifies the popularity of this art form during the period. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the subject's profile in stark black against a light background, a hallmark of silhouette portraits. Kitsen, a Dutch artist, employed a classic oval frame to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the piece. The simplicity of the silhouette, focusing on the subject's form, adds to the artwork's timeless elegance.