Portret van Henri Châtelain 1744

"Portret van Henri Châtelain" is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter Tanjé, created in 1744. It depicts Henri Châtelain in an oval frame surrounded by cherubs and allegorical figures. The subject is depicted wearing a long, dark robe and a white collar, with his hand resting on his chest. The etching, currently located in the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale work, measuring only 171 mm high and 108 mm wide. The image is characterized by its detailed rendering of the sitter's features, along with the intricate details of the surrounding figures and objects. The composition is both symmetrical and balanced, emphasizing the dignity and importance of the subject, a common motif of portraiture from this period.