Portret van F.J. Mahieu 1854

This lithograph, created in 1854 by Dutch artist Johan Hendrik Hoffmeister, depicts F.J. Mahieu in a seated pose. The portrait showcases Mahieu in a formal setting, wearing a dark suit with a white vest and a bow tie, with a subtle and realistic touch. Hoffmeister was a renowned portraitist known for his meticulous detail and skillful use of light and shadow. This work exemplifies the artist's ability to capture the sitter's personality and essence in a single image, making it a compelling example of 19th-century portraiture.