Silhouetportret van Hendrik Stephanus van Son 1782 - 1799

"Silhouetportret van Hendrik Stephanus van Son" is a profile silhouette portrait of Hendrik Stephanus van Son, created between 1782 and 1799 by an anonymous artist. The small-scale artwork, measuring only 137 mm in height and 166 mm in width, depicts a profile of van Son's head and neck cut from black paper and pasted onto a sheet of paper. The silhouette is set against a background of handwritten text, likely a passage from a book or personal writing. The artist’s identity remains unknown, highlighting the anonymity and common practice of silhouette portraiture in the late 18th century. The simplicity of the silhouette, focusing on the subject's distinct profile, allows for a glimpse into the visual culture of the time.