Portretbuste van een monnik 1830 - 1845

"Portretbuste van een monnik" is a lithograph by Henricus Wilhelmus Couwenberg, created between 1830 and 1845. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, portrays a monk’s head and shoulders, captured in profile. The artist, known for his skilled use of light and shadow, employs a dramatic chiaroscuro effect, emphasizing the monk's contemplative expression. This detail-rich depiction showcases Couwenberg's mastery of lithographic technique, evident in the subtle textures and nuanced rendering of the monk's features. Couwenberg's work often focused on religious figures and portraits, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of his time.