Portret van Maria Duyst van Voorhout 1780

"Portret van Maria Duyst van Voorhout" is an engraving created by Pieter Willem van Megen in 1780. The portrait depicts Maria Duyst van Voorhout in an oval frame, wearing a pearl necklace and a white lace collar. The engraving is a classic example of portraiture, emphasizing the sitter's likeness and social standing. The delicate hatching technique used by van Megen creates a subtle and refined visual effect, typical of engravings from this period. It is currently located in the Rijksmuseum, a prominent art museum in Amsterdam. This detailed portrait offers viewers a glimpse into the lives of the Dutch nobility in the 18th century.