Portrait of Frans van Steenwijk, Poet and Playwright in Amsterdam 1732 - 1771

"Portrait of Frans van Steenwijk, Poet and Playwright in Amsterdam" is a miniature portrait by Dutch artist Jan Maurits Quinkhard, painted between 1732 and 1771. It depicts Frans van Steenwijk, a poet and playwright in Amsterdam, in an oval format, a popular choice for miniature portraits of the time. The portrait is intimate and focused on Steenwijk's face, with his powdered wig, lace cravat, and buttoned jacket adding a touch of formality to the composition. The painting is a testament to Quinkhard's skill as a miniaturist, capturing the likeness and personality of his subject within a small scale.