Portret van een jongeman met muts 1646

"Portret van een jongeman met muts" (Portrait of a Young Man with a Cap) is an etching created in 1646 by Dutch artist Gerbrand van den Eeckhout. The artwork depicts a young man, likely of noble lineage, wearing a lavish cap and fur-trimmed robe, details characteristic of 17th-century Dutch portraiture. The work showcases Eeckhout's mastery of line and detail, capturing the subject's youthful countenance and refined attire with precision and elegance. This etching is a testament to Eeckhout's talent as a draftsman and his ability to convey social status through meticulous depiction of clothing and accessories. It is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.