Portret van Lucretia Wilhelmina van Merken 1799

Reinier Vinkeles' 1799 engraving, "Portret van Lucretia Wilhelmina van Merken," is a striking example of portraiture within a framed setting. The artwork depicts Lucretia Wilhelmina van Merken, a Dutch noblewoman, wearing a white cap and pearl necklace. The portrait is set within a framed portrait within a larger frame, with drapery and books framing the image. This masterful use of framing elements emphasizes the importance of the sitter and the artwork as an object of contemplation. The engraving is currently held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.