Silhouetportret van Ernestine Christine Reiske 1784 - 1850

This silhouette portrait by Franz Hegi, dating from 1784-1850, depicts Ernestine Christine Reisike, née Müller. It is a simple yet elegant depiction of a woman in profile, set within an oval frame adorned with ornate flourishes. The silhouette technique, popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, was a way to capture a likeness quickly and affordably, emphasizing the subject's shape and form rather than detailed features. This particular piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artistry and detail that could be achieved with this seemingly straightforward art form.