Portret van A. W. Berlijn by J.B. Clermans

Portret van A. W. Berlijn 1826 - 1839

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pencil drawn

facial expression drawing

light pencil work

pencil sketch

portrait reference

idea generation sketch

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

portrait drawing

pencil work

J.B. Clermans’ “Portret van A. W. Berlijn” is a graphite drawing depicting a portrait of A.W. Berlin. Created between 1826 and 1839, the artwork showcases a young man in a formal suit seated at a desk with musical sheet music in front of him. The intimate composition highlights his confident gaze and emphasizes his hands, revealing his dedication to music. The artwork is a testament to the skill of Clermans’ draughtsmanship and is a valuable document of early 19th-century portraiture.