Portretten van Jacob Appel, Dirk Dalens en Jan Wandelaar 1751

This engraving by Pieter Tanjé (1706-1761), titled "Portretten van Jacob Appel, Dirk Dalens en Jan Wandelaar" and dated 1751, is a portrait of three men: Jacob Appel, Dirk Dalens, and Jan Wandelaar. The piece is a work of line engraving, a technique that uses a sharp tool to cut lines into a metal plate, which is then inked and printed. The three men are depicted in a formal manner, with their names inscribed below their images. This engraving is a valuable historical document, showcasing the artistic style of the time and offering a glimpse into the lives of these individuals. It is currently held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.