Portret van een zeventiende-eeuwse man 1821

S.A. van der Heim's "Portret van een zeventiende-eeuwse man" (1821) is a graphite drawing depicting a man in a 17th-century ruff and doublet. The portrait, a classic example of portraiture, captures the sitter's likeness through detailed rendering of the face and costume. The artist's use of shading and line creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the details of the sitter's clothing and the texture of his skin. This drawing offers a glimpse into 19th-century Dutch portraiture and captures the enduring fascination with historical figures.