Portrait of Karel Reyniersz, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies 1750 - 1800

This anonymous portrait, dating from 1750 to 1800, depicts Karel Reyniersz, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies. The subject is depicted in formal attire, wearing a black coat and a wide-brimmed hat, with a prominent white collar and a small beard. The portrait is likely a commissioned work, as evidenced by the inscription below, which identifies the subject and his title. The artist’s identity remains unknown, but the painting’s style suggests a Dutch Baroque influence, characterized by its realistic rendering and somber tones. The oil painting, measuring 33 cm in height and 25 cm in width, offers a glimpse into the life of an important figure in Dutch colonial history.