Portret van Frederik, prins van Wales 1708 - 1751

Jacob Houbraken's "Portret van Frederik, prins van Wales" is an etching depicting Frederick, Prince of Wales, son of King George II, in an oval frame adorned with a decorative floral motif. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is rendered in a meticulous, detailed style typical of Houbraken's work, highlighting the prince's aristocratic features. This small-scale work, measuring 199mm by 153mm, exemplifies the artistic practice of portraiture prevalent in the 18th century. The image's inscription, "Fredericus Georgii Walliae Principis F. natu maximus," identifies the subject and confirms his status as the eldest son of the Prince of Wales.