Portret van Dirk Langendijk by Joannes Bemme

Portret van Dirk Langendijk c. 1805

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

personal sketchbook

portrait reference

pencil drawing

portrait drawing

pencil work

This is a portrait of Dirk Langendijk, a prominent Dutch writer and playwright, created by artist Joannes Bemme in 1805. The drawing is a delicate work, showcasing Bemme's skill in capturing likeness and detail. Langendijk's face is rendered with precision, conveying a thoughtful expression and a touch of melancholy. The drawing is housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the life of a significant figure in Dutch literary history.