Portret van Johannes Wesenhagen (1743-1803) 1781

"Portret van Johannes Wesenhagen (1743-1803)" is a miniature portrait on ivory by Antoine Maucourt, executed in 1781. The painting depicts Wesenhagen in a three-quarter length pose, wearing a formal coat and vest, with a lace cravat and powdered wig. The miniature, measuring 10.1 cm by 7.3 cm, is set in an elaborate gold frame, further enhancing the refined and elegant style of this 18th-century portrait. The artist's meticulous detail and subtle use of color capture the sitter's likeness and social standing, making this a fine example of the popular miniature portrait genre during this era.