Portret van Nicolaas Beets 1874 - 1925

"Portret van Nicolaas Beets" is a charcoal drawing by Dutch artist Jan Veth (1864-1925), now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The drawing depicts a close-up portrait of Nicolaas Beets, a Dutch poet and writer. Veth is known for his realist style, evident in the meticulous detail and subtle shading of the subject's features, as well as the subtle background texture. This drawing is an excellent example of Veth's portraiture, demonstrating his skill in capturing the essence of his sitter.