De oprichters van het Koninklijk Instituut van Ingenieurs 1897

This 1897 artwork by Antoon Derkinderen is a portrait of the founders of the Royal Institute of Engineers in the Netherlands. The piece features three men, each with a distinctive look. Their names and birth years are written below their portraits, along with a decorative ornate frame around them. The composition is simple but elegant, focusing on the honorees and the historical significance of the institute. This piece, likely commissioned by the Royal Institute of Engineers, is a tribute to its founding members and their contributions to the field. The use of photographic images combined with stylized decorative frames exemplifies the visual aesthetic of the late 19th century.