Man kust koningin op het voorhoofd before 1842

"Man kust koningin op het voorhoofd" (Man kisses the Queen on the forehead) is a drawing by Charles Rochussen, created before 1842. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene with two distinct panels. The upper panel shows a queen, seemingly in the act of being crowned, surrounded by a large group of people, possibly courtiers or dignitaries, while the lower panel reveals a scene of a man kneeling before the queen, with a dog present, suggesting a moment of intimacy or homage. Rochussen, a Belgian artist known for his historical and genre scenes, captures the grandeur and drama of the event with meticulous detail and a masterful use of light and shadow. This drawing offers a glimpse into the artist’s skill in portraying historical figures and events.