Bust of Johan van Oldenbarnevelt (1547-1619) c. 1780 - 1790

This terracotta bust depicts Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, a prominent Dutch statesman executed in 1619. The anonymous artist sculpted the bust between 1780-1790, likely inspired by earlier portraits of van Oldenbarnevelt. The bust, crafted in the neoclassical style, portrays a realistic representation of van Oldenbarnevelt, featuring a detailed rendering of his facial features, beard, and the intricate folds of his ruff. The bust is housed in the Rijksmuseum, a renowned museum dedicated to Dutch art and history, and serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of this influential figure.