Portret van Karel, hertog van Mecklenburg-Strelitz 1814

This 1814 portrait by Giovanni Vendramini depicts Karel, the Hereditary Prince of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, in profile. The drawing utilizes a simple technique of hatching and shading to create a realistic likeness, capturing the prince's youthful features and dark, curly hair. The composition is simple, with the figure placed in a central oval frame, highlighting the subject as a figure of importance. The inscription beneath the drawing confirms his title and acknowledges his bravery, adding another dimension to this historically significant portrait.