Portrait of a Man, perhaps Petrus Augustus de Genestet (1829-1861) 1830 - 1860

Nicolaas Pieneman's "Portrait of a Man, perhaps Petrus Augustus de Genestet (1829-1861)" (1830-1860) is an oil painting of a man sitting in a chair, holding a book. He is dressed in a dark brown coat, a white vest, and a dark blue cravat, with a gold pin. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exhibits the artist's mastery of realism, capturing the subject's likeness with remarkable detail. Pieneman, a prominent Dutch painter, was known for his portraits, often depicting individuals from the upper classes. This work exemplifies the artistic trends of the 19th century, emphasizing realism and individual character.