Portret van de weduwe van Johann Kaspar Lavater 1817

"Portret van de weduwe van Johann Kaspar Lavater" is an 1817 engraving by Dutch artist Daniël (I) Veelwaard, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The engraving depicts the widow of Johann Kaspar Lavater, a renowned Swiss theologian and physiognomist, seated in a chair with a contemplative expression. The work is a fine example of portraiture from the early 19th century and showcases Veelwaard's mastery of the engraving technique. The composition, featuring a solitary figure against a simple background, reflects the focus on individual character and emotion prevalent in portraiture of the period.