Portret van Antoine Joseph Wiertz 1812 - 1861

Jacobus Everhardus Josephus van den Berg's pencil drawing, "Portret van Antoine Joseph Wiertz" (1812-1861), captures the likeness of Belgian painter Antoine Wiertz in a close-up portrait. Wiertz is depicted wearing a top hat, his gaze directed towards the viewer, suggesting a sense of introspective contemplation. The meticulous detail of van den Berg's draftsmanship, evident in the texture of Wiertz's clothing and the subtle shading of his features, brings a sense of realism to the portrait. This artwork offers insight into the life and appearance of Wiertz, a prominent figure in Belgian art history.