Portret van Willem Bilderdijk 1851

This 1851 lithograph by Dutch artist Franciscus Bernardus Waanders depicts Willem Bilderdijk, a prominent Dutch poet and literary critic. The artwork showcases Bilderdijk in a formal portrait style, his powdered hair and attire reflecting his status as a distinguished intellectual figure. The precise detail and tonal variation of the lithograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offer a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of 19th-century portraiture. The print's dimensions of 497 mm by 348 mm make it a substantial piece that captures Bilderdijk’s likeness in striking detail.