Portret van een Soendanese man by Willem Witsen

Portret van een Soendanese man c. 1921

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mixed-media, print, metal, etching

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portrait

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mixed-media

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print

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metal

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etching

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orientalism

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mixed media

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realism

"Portret van een Soendanese man" (Portrait of a Sundanese Man) is a 1921 etching by Dutch artist Willem Witsen. The artwork is notable for its use of a rusty metal plate as the canvas, showcasing the artist's unique artistic vision. Witsen's etching depicts a man from the Sunda region of Indonesia, using a light-toned etching technique against the dark, rust-colored background. The work is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into Witsen's fascination with diverse cultures.

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