Portret van Allard Pierson 1874 - 1925

"Portret van Allard Pierson" is a graphite drawing by Dutch artist Jan Veth, created between 1874 and 1925, and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The portrait captures Allard Pierson in a close-up view, with his gaze directed to the right. Veth's use of fine lines and shading creates a sense of depth and detail, emphasizing the subject's facial features, including his prominent mustache. This intimate portrayal of Pierson, a renowned Dutch historian and professor, showcases Veth's mastery of portraiture, demonstrating the artist's ability to capture both the physical likeness and the character of his subject.