Herm met gezicht van zwart kind c. 1660

This etching by François Bourlier, created around 1660, depicts a bust of a young Black child. The child’s head is turned in profile, showcasing their full face with a prominent nose and large eyes. The bust is placed on a simple pedestal with a draped cloth, perhaps symbolic of a regal portraiture tradition. The artist’s use of delicate lines to render the bust's features is characteristic of the etching style. The piece offers a rare glimpse into the artistic representation of Black people during the 17th century.