De actrices Joanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier (1762-1827) en Geertruida Jacoba Grevelink-Hilverdink (1786-1827) in Iphigenia (1674) van Jean Racine (1639-99) 1800 - 1813

This 19th century oil-on-canvas painting by Louis Moritz depicts two actresses in costume from the play "Iphigenia" by Jean Racine. The painting features Joanna Cornelia Ziesenis-Wattier and Geertruida Jacoba Grevelink-Hilverdink, two prominent Dutch actresses of the time. The portrait was likely commissioned by the actresses themselves or a patron of the theater. The painting's intimate and realistic style captures the actresses in a moment of dramatic tension, hinting at the unfolding tragedy of the play. This work is considered a rare example of Dutch neoclassical portraiture, showcasing the popularity of classical themes in Dutch art.