Portret van Jacques Jordaens in een cartouche met banderol en wapenschild 1837 - 1888

This etching, "Portret van Jacques Jordaens in een cartouche met banderol en wapenschild," by Henri François Schaefels, depicts the Flemish Baroque artist Jacques Jordaens. The portrait is presented in a cartouche, a decorative frame, and surrounded by scrolled ribbons and a coat of arms, suggesting an official portrait. The artist's signature, "H.F.S.", is visible at the bottom, along with Jordaens' name. This artwork exemplifies Schaefels' skill in portraiture and his ability to depict historical figures with detail and historical accuracy, which is typical of the 19th century portrait genre. The etching, dating from 1837-1888, provides a fascinating glimpse into the historical reverence for a significant Flemish artist like Jordaens.