Portret van Cornelis van de Voorde 1635 - 1702

"Portret van Cornelis van de Voorde" is an etching by Pieter Philippe, created between 1635 and 1702. The work depicts Cornelis van de Voorde, a prominent figure in Dutch society, holding a skull and a book. This memento mori (reminder of death) was a popular symbol in 17th-century Dutch art, reminding viewers of the fleeting nature of life. The etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Philippe's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the sitter's personality.