Portret van Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft by Noach van der (II) Meer

Portret van Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft 1787 - 1794

pencil drawn

aged paper

light pencil work

blue ink drawing

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

This engraved portrait by Noach van der Meer (II) depicts Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft, a prominent figure in Amsterdam. The artwork, dated between 1787 and 1794, showcases Hooft in a formal pose, wearing a wig and a lace collar, highlighting his status and importance. The intricate details of the engraving, including the decorative frame and the Latin inscription, add to the overall sense of grandeur. This portrait is a valuable piece of Dutch art history, capturing a prominent figure of the period.