Portret van Frans II Josef Karel (Rooms-Duits keizer) 1804 - 1851

Willem van Senus's 1804-1851 engraving, "Portret van Frans II Josef Karel (Rooms-Duits keizer)," depicts the Holy Roman Emperor Franz II in a formal portrait. The engraving, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a classic example of the portrait genre. It uses a realistic style to capture Franz II's likeness, emphasizing his regal bearing through his formal attire and the inclusion of a cross and other symbols of his position. The small scale, measuring only 251 mm in height and 179 mm in width, makes this piece a fine example of a miniature portrait, traditionally intended for private viewing.