Portret van de schilder Kasparus Karsen, met baret naar rechts 1841

This graphite drawing by Coenraad Hamburger, created in 1841, depicts a portrait of the painter Kasparus Karsen. The work is a small-scale portrait, measuring only 150 mm in height and 110 mm in width. The subject is presented in a straightforward manner, with Karsen's face and upper torso filling the composition. His gaze is direct and his expression is serious. The artist's attention to detail in rendering Karsen's clothing, particularly the texture of the fabric and the intricate folds of the cravat, reveals Hamburger's meticulous approach to portraiture. This drawing serves as a testament to the skill of both the artist and his subject, capturing the essence of Kasparus Karsen in a refined and timeless image.