Portret van een geestelijke 1854 - 1921

"Portret van een geestelijke" (Portrait of a Clergyman) is an etching created by Belgian artist Paul Mathey between 1854 and 1921. The artwork depicts a clergyman in a realistic style, with detailed rendering of the subject's clothing and facial features. Mathey, born in 1844 and known for his etchings, captures the figure's somber expression and contemplative pose, conveying a sense of quiet dignity and authority. The etching's dimensions are 237mm in height and 160mm in width, making it a relatively small but detailed work. This piece exemplifies Mathey's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects through the medium of etching.