Portret van Jacobus Scheltema 1818

This is a portrait of Jacobus Scheltema, a Dutch lawyer and politician, created by Jacob Ernst Marcus in 1818. The print, which is housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Scheltema in an oval frame, dressed in a suit with a white cravat and a medal. The detailed portraiture and realistic depiction of Scheltema's features, including his piercing gaze and slightly furrowed brow, highlight Marcus' skill as an engraver. This piece exemplifies Neoclassical portraiture, a style prevalent in the early 19th century that emphasized realism and classical ideals.