Portret van F.P. Colthoff 1793 - 1826

This is a silhouette portrait of F.P. Colthoff, created by Hendrik Roosing between 1793 and 1826. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum and depicts Colthoff in profile, wearing a powdered wig and military uniform. Roosing's signature can be seen at the bottom of the piece, along with a dedication to Colthoff describing his military service. Silhouettes were a popular form of portraiture in the 18th and 19th centuries, as they were an affordable and accessible way for people to capture their likeness.