Portret van Joseph Hartogensis 1841 - 1857

This pencil drawing, created between 1841 and 1857 by Johan Daniël Koelman, is a portrait of Joseph Hartogensis. It is a simple yet expressive piece that captures the sitter's likeness through subtle lines and shading. The artwork is a prime example of Koelman's early artistic style and is currently located at the Rijksmuseum. The portrait's intimate size and focus on the subject's face create a sense of closeness and connection with the viewer. Koelman's artistic career was tragically cut short by his untimely death in 1857, leaving behind a legacy of captivating portraits and landscapes.