Buste van een donkere man 1658 - 1677

"Buste van een donkere man" is a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Wallerant Vaillant, depicting a bust-length portrait of a young Black man. The work showcases Vaillant's talent for capturing detail and expression, emphasizing the sitter’s unique features. This intimate portrait, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a powerful testament to the presence of Black individuals in Dutch society during this period and serves as a significant artifact for the study of race and representation in art history.