Portretbuste van Hendrik Conscience 1842 - 1887

This is a pencil drawing by Carel Christiaan Antony Last, a Dutch artist, depicting a bust portrait of Hendrik Conscience, a Belgian writer. The drawing, dated 1842 - 1887, shows a realistic portrayal of Conscience in a classical style, typical of Last's work. The bust is displayed on a pedestal with the name "H.CONSCIENCE" inscribed on it, highlighting the subject's identity. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of the 19th-century portrait tradition, capturing both the physical likeness and the intellectual presence of a prominent figure.