Portret van Cornelius Anthonius Geisweit van der Netten 1822 - 1845

This anonymous engraving, "Portret van Cornelius Anthonius Geisweit van der Netten", portrays a man in military garb. The sitter, Cornelius Anthonius Geisweit van der Netten, is depicted in a close-up portrait, wearing a fur-trimmed jacket and a star-shaped insignia on his chest. The engraving's inscription at the bottom, "Geisweit van der Netten," identifies the subject and further suggests that this print was likely commissioned for a commemorative purpose. The print, measuring 245 mm in height and 163 mm in width, showcases the intricate details of the sitter’s attire and provides a realistic depiction of a man from the early 19th century.