Portret van een onbekende man met een hoed 1747 - 1773

"Portret van een onbekende man met een hoed" (Portrait of an unknown man with a hat) is an etching created by Charles Phillips, a Dutch artist active between 1747 and 1773. The work, currently held at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a man in a hat and coat, showcasing Phillips’ ability to capture realistic detail. This piece is a prime example of 18th-century portraiture, offering insight into the style and social trends of the period. The etching is relatively small, measuring 218 mm by 157 mm, adding to its intimate and personal feel.