Portret van Abraham Everardus Simon Thomas Possibly 1854

This lithograph portrait of Abraham Everardus Simon Thomas was created by Johann Peter Berghaus in 1854. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Thomas in a formal pose, wearing a suit and a white collar. Berghaus, a 19th-century German artist, is known for his portraits and landscapes. The detail and realism of the portrait highlight the artistry of the artist and the importance of the sitter. This work offers a glimpse into the fashion and social norms of the mid-19th century.