Portret van François Gerard Abraham Gevers Deynoot 1863 - 1875

Nicolaas Johannes Wilhelmus de Roode created this portrait of François Gerard Abraham Gevers Deynoot through lithography. This print invites us to consider the power dynamics inherent in portraiture of the time. The subject, a distinguished figure, is immortalized through the artist's hand. Deynoot’s confident gaze and formal attire speak to his position in society; the cross he wears indicates his high status. But let’s think about who gets to be seen and remembered in art. While Deynoot’s portrait commands attention, we might also reflect on whose stories remain untold. Consider the absence of women and people of color in the art world of this era. This image is not just a depiction of an individual, but a reflection of broader cultural values and the selective nature of historical representation. It encourages us to question the narratives that are often left out of the frame.