Portret van Jan Hofker c. 1905

This etching, created by Willem Witsen around 1905, portrays Jan Hofker in profile. Witsen, a prominent Dutch painter and printmaker, captured Hofker's likeness with a striking simplicity, using delicate lines and subtle shading. The piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Witsen's realistic style, typical of the Dutch art scene in the early 20th century. The artwork's intimate scale and detailed lines give viewers a close-up perspective of the subject, allowing for a deep appreciation of Witsen's technical skill.