Portret van Sjoerd Anne Vening Meinesz 1898

Hendrik Johannes Haverman’s 1898 portrait of Sjoerd Anne Vening Meinesz is a masterful example of realism. The sitter is depicted in profile, his gaze focused intently on a piece of paper, which, although seemingly unfinished, provides a powerful sense of intimacy. The artist’s use of charcoal creates a sense of depth and texture, capturing the subject’s age and experience with exquisite precision. The artwork, currently held in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Haverman’s skill in rendering human emotion through subtle details and refined technique.