Portret van Lodewijk Constantijn Rabo Copes van Cattenburch 1818 - 1876

Carel Christiaan Antony Last created this portrait of Lodewijk Constantijn Rabo Copes van Cattenburch using lithography. This portrait offers a glimpse into the hierarchical structures of 19th-century Dutch society. The sitter's attire, complete with a high collar and decorations, speaks volumes about his status and the values of the time. It reflects a society where appearances reinforced social standing and power. The artist, Last, was working in a time of significant social change. Consider how he navigates the expectations of portraiture while perhaps hinting at the complexities beneath the surface of his subject. It is a document of its time, yet also an invitation to question the narratives it presents.