Portret van Samuel Hood 1802

"Portret van Samuel Hood" is an engraving by Friedrich Wilhelm Nettling from 1802. The print depicts a bust-length portrait of Samuel Hood, an admiral in the Royal Navy, in a military uniform. Nettling's style is evident in the precise details of the subject’s clothing and the use of shading to achieve a sense of depth. Engravings like this were commonly produced to honor prominent individuals during the 19th century. The small size of the engraving, measuring 156 mm high and 120 mm wide, suggests it was likely intended for personal use or inclusion in a collection of portraits.