Portret van Professor Cottrely en zijn vier broers before 1862

"Portret van Professor Cottrely en zijn vier broers" is a lithograph created by Axel Jakob Salmson before 1862. The artwork depicts five men, likely members of the same family, in formal attire. The central figure, Professor Cottrely, sits on a chair and appears to be the eldest, while his four younger brothers stand beside him. The lithograph's realistic details, particularly in the clothing, suggest Salmson's skill in portraiture. The work offers a glimpse into family dynamics and the societal norms of the mid-19th century. Salmson, a well-known artist born in 1807, specialized in portraits and genre scenes. This lithograph, measuring 427 mm in height and 655 mm in width, exemplifies his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the likeness of his subjects.