Portret van Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol 1770 - 1804

This engraving, "Portret van Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol" by Louis Jacques Cathelin, is a portrait of Joan Derk van der Capellen, a Dutch politician. The image depicts van der Capellen in a seated pose, holding a quill pen in his right hand. The engraving is a classic example of the Neoclassical style popular in the late 18th century, featuring a focus on realism and a balanced composition. The detail in van der Capellen’s clothing and the inclusion of his coat of arms add to the realism and importance of the subject. This portrait exemplifies the artistic style of the time, and provides a visual representation of a key figure in Dutch history.