Portret van Reinier, aartshertog van Oostenrijk 1866

This portrait of Archduke Rainier of Austria, created in 1866 by Carl Mayer, is a small, intimate work measuring only 106 mm by 72 mm. The print features the Archduke in a formal military uniform, his stern expression and neatly trimmed beard highlighting his aristocratic bearing. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the visual culture of 19th-century Austria. The portrait exemplifies the genre of portraiture, a tradition of depicting individuals, often in formal settings, that has been a cornerstone of Western art for centuries. This particular work captures the Archduke's distinguished status and symbolizes the power and authority associated with the Austrian monarchy during this era.