Portret van Jan Six 1823 - 1900

"Portret van Jan Six" is a portrait print by Johann Wilhelm Kaiser, a German artist known for his engravings. The print is a reproduction of a famous painting by Rembrandt van Rijn depicting Jan Six, a prominent Amsterdam merchant. The print is now located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. While the original painting shows Jan Six in a dramatic pose with a relaxed demeanor, the print captures the subject in a more formal and restrained manner. The use of hatching and cross-hatching techniques, as well as the dark, rich tones, make the print look like a charcoal drawing and evoke a sense of realism.