Portret van een onbekende man 1824

This 1824 portrait etching by the Monogrammist ENW depicts an unknown man in profile, his head slightly tilted towards the viewer. The artist's precise identity remains a mystery, only identified by the monogram "ENW" appearing on the work. The detailed rendering of the man's facial features, particularly the wrinkles around the eyes and mouth, suggests an older individual. The use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and volume, adding realism to the figure. This small-scale print, measuring 180 mm in height and 128 mm in width, is a poignant example of the Monogrammist ENW's skill in portraiture.