Portret van Rupert, prins van de Palts by Christiaan Lodewijk van Kesteren

Portret van Rupert, prins van de Palts 1842 - 1897

pencil drawn

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

portrait reference

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pencil work

"Portret van Rupert, prins van de Palts" is an engraving by Christiaan Lodewijk van Kesteren, created between 1842 and 1897. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a portrait of Rupert, Prince of the Palts, in an oval frame. The prince is portrayed in detail, with his long curly hair and armor, signifying his status and power. Below the portrait, the inscription “PRINS RUPERT” is displayed, with the coat of arms of Rupert of the Palts below. This engraving is an example of historical portraiture, which was popular in the 19th century.