De Staalmeesters 1845 - 1878

"De Staalmeesters" is a 19th-century print by Johann Wilhelm (I) Kaiser, housed at the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts seven men, likely prominent members of a guild or society, seated around a table. Their serious expressions and formal attire suggest the importance of their gathering. The detailed rendering of the figures and the elegant composition highlight the artist's skill in portraying the atmosphere of a historical event. The print, created between 1845 and 1878, is an excellent example of the Dutch tradition of portraiture.