Portretten van Daniel Seghers, Jodocus de Momper en Cornelis de Vos 1708 - 1780

Jacob Houbraken's "Portretten van Daniel Seghers, Jodocus de Momper en Cornelis de Vos" is a 1708-1780 red chalk drawing depicting four portraits of prominent Flemish artists, including Daniel Seghers, Jodocus de Momper, and Cornelis de Vos. Houbraken, a Dutch painter and engraver, was known for his historical portraits, and this work exemplifies his meticulous attention to detail. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Houbraken's mastery of line and shading, capturing the likenesses of these influential figures with remarkable accuracy. The inclusion of a skull and a cherub further enhances the piece's symbolic depth, hinting at the transience of life and the enduring legacy of artistic achievement.