Portret van een onbekende man 1660

"Portret van een onbekende man" (Portrait of an Unknown Man) is an etching by Lucas (II) Vorsterman from 1660. This work depicts a man, possibly a member of the Dutch gentry, in a three-quarter profile. The use of subtle shading creates depth and emphasizes the man’s features, showcasing Vorsterman’s mastery of etching technique. This portrait is a valuable window into 17th-century Dutch portraiture, offering a glimpse into the fashion and style of the time. The etching can be found at the Rijksmuseum, a renowned museum in Amsterdam.