Portret van de tekenaar Dirk Versteegh 1784 - 1826

This engraving, titled "Portret van de tekenaar Dirk Versteegh," was created by Jacob Ernst Marcus in 1784–1826. The piece depicts Dirk Versteegh, a Dutch artist and member of the Royal Batavian Society of Sciences, in a bust-length portrait with his arms crossed. The engraving is notable for its fine detail and realistic portrayal of Versteegh, capturing his likeness with precision. This work is a valuable document of Dutch artistic culture during the late 18th century, offering a glimpse into the life of a prominent artist and the development of portraiture in the Netherlands.