Portretbuste van een jonge man (zelfportret?) 1798 - 1837

This etching, "Portretbuste van een jonge man (zelfportret?)" by Dutch artist Ernst Willem Jan Bagelaar (1775-1837), was created between 1798 and 1837. The artwork depicts a man in a three-quarter profile view. It is unclear whether this is a self-portrait, as the title suggests, but the artist's signature can be found on the original artwork. It is likely a portrait of a prominent figure during the Dutch Golden Age, highlighting the artist's skill in capturing likeness. The use of cross-hatching technique in the etching creates a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the realism of the portrait.