Reproductie van een gravure van een portret van Hendrik van Balen door Paulus Pontius before 1877

This artwork is a reproduction of a print by Paulus Pontius, depicting Hendrick van Balen. It was created by Joseph Maes, a Belgian painter and printmaker, before 1877. The print is a black and white portrait of van Balen, who was a painter from Antwerp, and is rendered with fine detail and subtle shading, characteristic of engraving techniques. The engraving depicts van Balen in a three-quarter profile, holding a sculpture of a head in his hand, signifying his skill as an artist and his interest in classical art. The artist’s signature, "Jos Maes", is present on the print. This reproduction, measuring 121 mm in height and 88 mm in width, provides a glimpse into the artistry of both Pontius and van Balen, showcasing the precision and detail inherent in the engraving process.