Portret van Jan Blanken Jansz. 1823

This 1823 portrait by Jean Augustin Daiwaille depicts Jan Blanken Jansz., a Dutch man, in a highly realistic style. The drawing, executed in graphite on paper, shows Jansz.'s face and upper torso. The detail of his collar and the subtle shading of his features reveal the artist's masterful skill in conveying the subject's character. "Portret van Jan Blanken Jansz." is a fine example of a portrait drawing that showcases both the artist's talent and the individual portrayed. This work, now in the Rijksmuseum collection, is a valuable historical document that allows us to glimpse into the life of a Dutch man during the early 19th century.