Portret van een Soendanese man c. 1921
willemwitsen
rijksmuseum
mixed-media, print, metal, etching
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portrait
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mixed-media
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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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