Portretten van Rembrandt, Adam van Noort en Jacob Adriaensz. Backer 1708 - 1780

"Portretten van Rembrandt, Adam van Noort en Jacob Adriaensz. Backer" is a red chalk drawing by Jacob Houbraken from 1708-1780, housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts three portraits of famous Dutch Golden Age artists. The bust of Rembrandt van Rijn is in the top left corner, surrounded by an oval, while Adam van Noort is on the right, and Jacob Adriaensz. Backer at the bottom. A cherub, holding the frame of Rembrandt’s portrait, stands on the left, making the composition dynamic. The use of red chalk creates a sense of intimacy and warmth, typical of the late 17th and 18th century, reflecting a focus on artistry and individual expression.