Portret van Simon Gerlof Broekman 1789 - 1822

This engraving by Jan Willem Caspari, created between 1789 and 1822, portrays Simon Gerlof Broekman, a Dutch physician. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Broekman in an oval frame, seated and looking directly at the viewer. Caspari's detailed depiction of Broekman's features and attire, including his powdered wig and a book in his hand, adds realism and captures the essence of the sitter's personality and profession. This piece is a prime example of portraiture during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, providing insight into the lives and aesthetics of the period.