Portret van Humbert de Superville 1851

"Portret van Humbert de Superville" is an 1851 etching by Dutch artist Jacobus Ludovicus Cornet (1815-1882). The artwork, now located at the Rijksmuseum, depicts Humbert de Superville, a Dutch writer and poet, seated at a table in a dimly lit room, illuminated by a single candle. The composition is characterized by a sense of intimacy and introspection, highlighting the subject's contemplative nature through his thoughtful pose. This etching exemplifies Cornet's mastery of the medium, using delicate lines and subtle shading to evoke a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artwork's title, "D.P (Giottino) Mumbert de Supersille," is inscribed below the image, along with a poem by Cornet that further enhances the melancholic tone.