Portret van de schilder Adriaen van Ostade 1756 - 1817

"Portret van de schilder Adriaen van Ostade" is an etching by Louis Bernard Coclers, created between 1756 and 1817. The artwork depicts a portrait of the Dutch Golden Age painter Adriaen van Ostade, known for his genre paintings of peasant life. Coclers, born in 1741, was a Dutch painter and etcher who specialized in portraiture. The etching showcases van Ostade in a seated pose, wearing a hat and a cloak, with a detailed and realistic rendering of his features. This artwork provides valuable insight into the life and work of one of the most celebrated Dutch painters, as captured by Coclers' skilled hand.