Portret van Hendrik Nobbe, waterbaljuw 1752 - 1823

"Portret van Hendrik Nobbe, waterbaljuw" is a portrait drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Cornelis Mertens, created between 1752 and 1823. The work depicts Hendrik Nobbe, a water bailiff, in a three-quarter profile, wearing a hat with a decorative buckle. Mertens' use of graphite creates a realistic and detailed depiction of Nobbe, emphasizing his facial features and attire. The drawing is framed within an oval, highlighting the subject and adding a formal touch to the portrait. The artwork is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.