Portret van Jan Asselijn by Andreas Bernardus de Quertenmont

Portret van Jan Asselijn 1760 - 1835

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

light pencil work

yellowing background

photo restoration

pencil sketch

old engraving style

pencil drawing

pencil work

"Portret van Jan Asselijn" is an etching by Andreas Bernardus de Quertenmont, a Dutch artist, dating from 1760-1835. The print portrays Jan Asselijn, a Dutch painter, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a lace collar. De Quertenmont was known for his detailed and realistic style, as seen in this portrait. The print, now in the Rijksmuseum, captures a moment of quiet contemplation, offering viewers a glimpse into the life of a prominent 17th-century artist.