Portret van Cornelis de Witt 1877 - 1879

"Portret van Cornelis de Witt" is an 1877-1879 engraving by Dutch artist Jan Frederik Christiaan Reckleben. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Cornelis de Witt, a prominent figure in Dutch history. Reckleben's meticulous technique captures the subject's distinguished features, emphasizing the historical importance of Cornelis de Witt. The portrait is framed by an oval, further enhancing the formal and dignified presentation of the subject, typical of engravings of this period. The detailed rendering of the subject's attire and the inclusion of his coat of arms, "Cornelis de Witt, Ruwaart van Putten," contribute to the artwork's historical significance.