Portret van Jan Willem Alexander Doeff 1848

"Portret van Jan Willem Alexander Doeff," a marble bust sculpted by Louis Royer in 1848, depicts a young boy with a serious expression. The bust, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Royer's mastery of neoclassical style, evident in the idealized features and smooth, flowing lines of the subject's attire. The work serves as a reminder of the importance of portraiture in 19th-century art, capturing the likeness of a notable individual for posterity. This piece is an excellent example of a portrait bust from the 19th century in the Netherlands.