Portrait of Paulus Verschuur, Served seven terms as Burgomaster of Rotterdam and also Director of the Rotterdam Chamber of the East India Company, elected 1651 1695 - 1722

"Portrait of Paulus Verschuur" is an oil on canvas portrait painted by Pieter van der Werff sometime between 1695 and 1722. The painting depicts Paulus Verschuur, a prominent figure in 17th century Rotterdam, serving as Burgomaster and Director of the Rotterdam Chamber of the East India Company. Van der Werff, known for his refined style, captures Verschuur in a close-up, emphasizing his features with meticulous detail. The work's oval format was popular in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, often used for portraits of important individuals. The painting, measuring 82 cm in height and 68 cm in width, offers a glimpse into the life and times of a powerful Dutch official.