Portret van de schilder George Pieter Westenberg 1819 - 1860

This pencil drawing, "Portret van de schilder George Pieter Westenberg," was created by Nicolaas Pieneman between 1819 and 1860. The artwork depicts Westenberg, another Dutch painter, in a realistic style, showcasing Pieneman's talent for portraiture. The drawing, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a small work, measuring just 153 mm by 109 mm, but it captures Westenberg's likeness with clarity and precision. Pieneman's signature, "N.P.", is visible in the bottom right corner. This intimate portrayal offers a glimpse into the life and work of a lesser-known Dutch artist, George Pieter Westenberg, through the skilled hand of Nicolaas Pieneman.