Portrait of Theodorus Schrevelius, Rector of the Latin School in Leiden 1700 - 1732

This miniature portrait of Theodorus Schrevelius, the rector of the Latin School in Leiden, was painted by Arnoud van Halen between 1700 and 1732. The painting depicts Schrevelius in a somber, yet dignified manner, holding a book in his right hand. The meticulous brushstrokes and realistic detail are characteristic of van Halen's work. This small-scale portrait, measuring just 10.7 cm in height and 8.6 cm in width, demonstrates van Halen's mastery of miniature portraiture, a popular art form in the 17th and 18th centuries. The painting, a testament to Schrevelius's role in education, is a valuable glimpse into the lives of prominent individuals during the Dutch Golden Age.