Portret van vier broers uit de familie Terres, boekhandelaren te Napels 1785 - 1786

This etching, "Portret van vier broers uit de familie Terres, boekhandelaren te Napels," by baron Dominique Vivant Denon, depicts four brothers from the Terres family, booksellers in Naples. Created between 1785 and 1786, the artwork showcases Denon's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects. The detail of the brothers' faces and the textured lines of their clothing provide a glimpse into the lives of these prominent merchants. Now residing in the Rijksmuseum, the piece is a small but powerful testament to Denon's artistic skill. The use of etching, a printmaking technique where acid is used to create the image on a metal plate, results in a unique aesthetic, characterized by bold lines and a distinct visual texture.