Portret van de wiskundige Siméon Denis Poisson 1821

"Portret van de wiskundige Siméon Denis Poisson," created in 1821 by Julien-Léopold Boilly, is a portrait of the French mathematician and physicist Siméon Denis Poisson. This engraving depicts Poisson in a three-quarter view, showcasing his youthful face and the thoughtful expression characteristic of intellectuals. The artist's masterful use of line and shading emphasizes the subject's features, creating a sense of realism and depth. This portrait is a testament to Poisson's important contributions to the fields of mathematics and physics, as well as a reminder of the influential role of science in the early 19th century.