Silhouetportret van Frederik Willem van Andel Weijers 1809 - 1848

This silhouette portrait, created between 1809 and 1848 by Dutch artist Pieter (IV) Barbiers, depicts Frederik Willem van Andel Weijers. The artwork is a simple, yet striking example of silhouette art, which became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. The dark, cut-out profile of the subject against a light background highlights the subject's features and emphasizes the shape of the figure. The piece is currently part of the Rijksmuseum's collection. Silhouettes are often used to capture the likeness of individuals, particularly during a time when portraiture was expensive. This portrait is a small but significant historical document of a prominent individual in the Netherlands.