Portret van Gerard baron van Swieten 1773

This engraving by Reinier Vinkeles, created in 1773, depicts Gerard baron van Swieten in profile. The composition is typical of portraiture of the time, featuring the subject within an oval frame, surrounded by ornate decorative elements. Vinkeles, a prominent Dutch engraver, utilized a detailed and precise style, capturing the subject's features with clarity. This work, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, provides a glimpse into the fashionable portraiture of the 18th century, highlighting the importance of visual representation within a society increasingly interested in capturing likeness.