Portret van Maria Ruten 1775 - 1840

"Portret van Maria Ruten" is a portrait engraving by German artist Ernst Ludwig Riepenhausen, dating from 1775 to 1840. The engraving depicts Maria Ruten, a Dutch woman, with a delicate pearl necklace and a wreath of leaves adorning her hair. This small-scale portrait, measuring just 95 mm high by 91 mm wide, demonstrates Riepenhausen's mastery of detail and his skill in capturing the likeness of his subject. Riepenhausen, a noted portraitist, worked in a Neoclassical style, and his engravings are known for their precise lines and meticulous renderings of human features. The image offers a glimpse into the social portraiture of the 18th century, highlighting the importance of personal likeness in the era.