Portret van John Lambert by Jacob Houbraken

Portret van John Lambert 1737 - 1739

pencil drawn

facial expression drawing

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

surrealism

portrait drawing

Jacob Houbraken's "Portret van John Lambert" (1737-1739) is a detailed engraving depicting John Lambert in an oval frame adorned with elaborate drapery and a cherub holding a scroll. Houbraken, a renowned Dutch engraver known for his portraiture, captures Lambert in an armor, highlighting his military stature. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Houbraken's mastery of linework and detail, creating a captivating and historically significant portrait.