Portret van een Timorees van Kupang, in profiel c. 1837 - 1854

This watercolor portrait, titled "Portret van een Timorees van Kupang, in profiel," was created by the Dutch artist Ernest Alfred Hardouin in the mid-19th century. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a Timorese man from Kupang in profile, wearing traditional headwear and an elaborate earring. The painting exemplifies Hardouin's style, known for its precise detail and ethnographic focus, and offers a glimpse into the diverse cultures encountered by Dutch explorers in the region. The subject's stoic expression and the artist's attention to the man's attire contribute to a sense of authenticity and historical significance.