Portret van een burgemeester 1731 - 1775

"Portret van een burgemeester" is an oil-on-canvas portrait painted by Richard Houston in the 18th century. The painting depicts an older man in a dark suit with a large collar and a wide-brimmed hat, seated and looking directly at the viewer. Houston's signature style is often characterized by realism and detailed brushwork, evident in the depiction of the subject's facial features and clothing. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, this portrait exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's appreciation for depicting prominent individuals of society.