Portret van Willem I 1778 - 1836

"Portret van Willem I" is a pencil drawing by Willem Bartel van der Kooi, a Dutch artist who was active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Created between 1778 and 1836, this portrait depicts Willem I, King of the Netherlands. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases van der Kooi's meticulous detail, particularly evident in the rendering of Willem I's elaborate attire and the delicate lines of his face. This work offers a glimpse into the artistic trends and royal portraiture of the era.