Pieter Barbiers Pz (1748-1842), Painter 1810 - 1830

This oil-on-canvas portrait of Pieter Barbiers, painted by Jean Augustin Daiwaille between 1810 and 1830, is a fine example of 19th-century portraiture. The artist captures Barbiers's likeness with meticulous detail, from the wrinkles around his eyes to the texture of his clothing. The subdued palette and realistic rendering create a sense of intimacy and realism. Daiwaille, a Belgian painter, specialized in portraits and genre scenes. This work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the life of a 19th-century painter and showcases Daiwaille's mastery of portraiture.