Portret van Petrus Theodorus van Wijngaerdt 1846

This pencil drawing, "Portret van Petrus Theodorus van Wijngaerdt," created by Adrianus Johannes Ehnle in 1846, is a fine example of 19th-century portraiture. The work, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts the sitter in a close-up view, focusing on his face and upper torso. Ehnle's meticulous use of shading creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the subject's features and clothing with a subtle yet expressive touch. The artist's signature in the lower right corner adds an authentic touch to this intimate portrait.