Carel Bouman (1673-1747). Tabaksfactor te Amsterdam en dichter 1739

Cornelis Troost's "Carel Bouman (1673-1747). Tabaksfactor te Amsterdam en dichter" (1739) is a portrait of the prominent Amsterdam tobacco merchant and poet Carel Bouman. The painting depicts Bouman seated in a richly decorated room, dressed in a black coat and wig, holding a book and paper. The detailed portrayal of the sitter's attire and surroundings reflects Troost's skill as a portrait painter and his interest in capturing the social status and intellectual pursuits of his subjects. The painting is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the lives of wealthy merchants and intellectuals in 18th-century Amsterdam.