Portret van Willem Frans Godard van Lynden tot Hemmen 1776

This 1776 engraving by Dutch artist Jacob Houbraken is a portrait of Willem Frans Godard van Lynden tot Hemmen. Houbraken, known for his portraits and historical engravings, captures van Lynden with a formal yet intimate approach. The sitter is depicted in an oval frame, a common element in portraiture of the period, offering a focused view of the subject. The delicate lines and hatching of the engraving create a sense of realism, highlighting the details of van Lynden's clothing and facial features. The print is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection.