Gijsbertus Johannes Rooyens (1785-1846), Professor of Theology and Church History at the University of Amsterdam 1828

This 1828 portrait by Jan Adam Kruseman depicts Gijsbertus Johannes Rooyens, a professor of Theology and Church History at the University of Amsterdam. The oil-on-canvas painting captures Rooyens in a formal pose, dressed in a black coat with a white collar and a hint of a gloved hand. The composition and lighting of the painting highlight Rooyens's scholarly presence, reflecting his position as a prominent academic figure. Rooyens is depicted in a realistic manner, capturing his individual characteristics and perhaps alluding to his intellectual pursuits. The portrait, housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life and work of a significant figure in Dutch academic history.