Portret van een man zittend aan een tafel 1770 - 1837

"Portret van een man zittend aan een tafel" is a portrait drawing by Taco (I) Scheltema, created sometime between 1770 and 1837. The artwork depicts a man in a formal suit, seated at a table with two books beside him. The sitter's face is rendered with detail, highlighting his serious expression, while the composition emphasizes the man's posture and the book he is resting his hand upon. Scheltema was known for his portraiture, often capturing the likeness of prominent individuals during his lifetime, and this work showcases his talent for representing both physical features and subtle character traits.