Portret van jonkheer Hugo van Beresteyn Possibly 1850 - 1859

"Portret van jonkheer Hugo van Beresteyn" is a lithograph created by Johann Peter Berghaus, a prominent Dutch artist, between 1850 and 1859. The artwork depicts a seated portrait of jonkheer Hugo van Beresteyn, likely a member of the Dutch nobility, in a formal setting. The lithograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering insight into the art and culture of 19th-century Netherlands. The artwork's composition, style, and subject matter are characteristic of the portraiture genre popular during this period. The use of grayscale creates a realistic and dignified depiction of the subject, highlighting the details of his clothing and expression.