Portret van Witte Cornelisz. de With 1747 - 1759

Jacob Houbraken's engraving, “Portret van Witte Cornelisz. de With,” is a detailed and intimate portrait of the Dutch admiral Witte Cornelisz de With. Created between 1747 and 1759, the piece depicts de With in an oval frame, his face etched with a sense of determination and wisdom. The artist uses meticulous line work to create a lifelike portrayal of the subject, capturing his features with precision. Houbraken's engraving is a fine example of 18th-century Dutch portraiture and offers viewers a glimpse into the life of a significant historical figure.