Portret van Antonie Fred. Rob. Evert baron van Haersolte by Gilles Louis Chrétien

Portret van Antonie Fred. Rob. Evert baron van Haersolte 1764 - 1811

gilleslouischretien

toned paper

pencil sketch

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

unrealistic statue

coloured pencil

underpainting

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

This portrait, created by Gilles Louis Chrétien between 1764 and 1811, depicts Antonie Fred. Rob. Evert baron van Haersolte in profile. The engraving showcases a detailed rendering of the sitter’s features and attire, highlighting the conventions of portraiture during this period. The inscription surrounding the portrait provides information about the subject and artist, adding to the historical context of the piece. This small-scale artwork, measuring just 91 mm by 71 mm, is a fine example of a miniature portrait, a genre popular for its intimate and personal representation of individuals.