Portret van Gerrit Zegelaar c. 1729 - 1844

This anonymous portrait depicts Gerrit Zegelaar, likely a Dutch citizen, in a seated pose. The charcoal drawing, created between 1729 and 1844, features detailed strokes capturing the sitter's form and the surrounding furniture. The subject appears absorbed in thought, hinting at the artist's focus on capturing individual personality. This intimate portrayal exemplifies the 18th-century tradition of portraiture, valuing realism and individual expression.