Portret van een onbekende man 1863

Léopold Flameng's 1863 etching, *Portret van een onbekende man*, is a striking example of the artist's skill in portraiture. The subject, an unidentified man, is depicted in a simple yet dignified pose, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a lace collar. The work's small size, measuring 222 mm high and 141 mm wide, emphasizes the intimate nature of the portrait. Flameng's masterful use of etching technique creates a sense of depth and detail in the sitter's features, revealing a subtle play of light and shadow across the face.