Man in zeventiende-eeuwse kleding 1840 - 1888

Ferdinand Pauwels' "Man in zeventiende-eeuwse kleding" is a 19th-century etching depicting a man in 17th-century clothing. The artwork, created between 1840 and 1888, is a small-scale piece, measuring only 105 mm in height and 113 mm in width. The etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases Pauwels' skill in capturing detail and portraying the textures of the man's clothing, particularly the intricate patterns of his scarf and the folds of his coat. The subject's gaze is directed to the right, giving the impression of contemplation or introspection.