Portret van Willem van Nassau-LaLecq 1840 - 1884

"Portret van Willem van Nassau-LaLecq" is an engraving by Dutch artist Jan Frederik Christiaan Reckleben, created between 1840 and 1884. The artwork, currently located at the Rijksmuseum, depicts Willem van Nassau-LaLecq in an oval frame, wearing a ruffled collar and a dark, richly patterned garment. The detailed rendering of the sitter's features, particularly the fine lines on his face, and the intricate detail of the clothing, is a testament to Reckleben's skill as a printmaker. The inscription below the portrait identifies the subject and includes his coat of arms, emphasizing his noble lineage. This engraving is a valuable example of 19th-century portraiture, capturing the likeness and status of Willem van Nassau-LaLecq in a precise and expressive manner.