portret van Wange Hendrik Richard van Bali, de bediende van Jan Hendrik Bagelaar 1798 - 1837

This portrait engraving, created by Dutch artist Ernst Willem Jan Bagelaar between 1798 and 1837, depicts Wange Hendrik Richard van Bali, a servant to Jan Hendrik Bagelaar. The image shows Bali in a close-up, presenting a formal and dignified pose. The detail of Bali's clothing suggests his role as a servant, while the artist's careful rendering highlights his individual features, creating a striking and intimate portrayal of a person often relegated to the margins of history. This piece offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals often excluded from traditional art history, serving as a valuable historical document.