Portret van de kunstverzamelaar Louis Splitgerber 1838

Henricus Wilhelmus Couwenberg's 1838 lithograph, "Portret van de kunstverzamelaar Louis Splitgerber," showcases the art collector in a seated pose, his hands resting on his lap. This portrait, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of 19th-century portraiture. The artist uses subtle shading to depict Splitgerber's features with realism, while the composition focuses on the sitter, giving viewers a glimpse into his personality. Couwenberg, a Dutch artist known for his lithographic portraits, captured the essence of Splitgerber, a significant figure in the Dutch art world.