Portrait of Pieter Gerardus van Overstraten, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies 1802 - 1820

Adriaan de Lelie's "Portrait of Pieter Gerardus van Overstraten, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies" is a realistic oil painting that captures the likeness of the Dutch colonial administrator. Painted between 1802 and 1820, the artwork depicts van Overstraten seated in a formal pose, wearing a military uniform with ornate gold embroidery. His gaze is direct, reflecting his position of authority. This piece is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam and offers insight into the fashion and portraiture styles of the early 19th century.