Portret van Carl Ludwig Blume by Jean-Baptiste Madou

Portret van Carl Ludwig Blume c. 1828 - 1835

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

picture layout

light pencil work

yellowing background

photo restoration

pencil sketch

archive photography

old-timey

yellow element

"Portret van Carl Ludwig Blume" is a lithograph by Jean-Baptiste Madou, depicting the Dutch botanist Carl Ludwig Blume. Created between 1828 and 1835, the portrait shows Blume seated, wearing formal attire and spectacles. The work showcases Madou's skill in capturing detail and likeness, and is held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This lithograph is an example of the artistic trend of portraiture that was popular in the 19th century. The realistic portrayal of Blume and the use of subtle shading techniques contribute to the artwork's ability to convey the subject's personality.