Portret van Max Rooses 1882

"Portret van Max Rooses" is an 1882 etching by Belgian artist Jean Baptiste Pierre Michiels. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Max Rooses, a prominent art historian and museum director. The etching showcases Michiels' skill in capturing the sitter's likeness through meticulous detail and subtle shading. This intimate portrait provides a glimpse into the personality of Rooses, who was a key figure in the Belgian art world. The work exemplifies Michiels' contribution to portraiture within the realm of etching and the art of the 19th century.