Portret van Louise, prinses van Oranje-Nassau by Hendrik Roosing

Portret van Louise, prinses van Oranje-Nassau 1785 - 1801

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

photo restoration

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

limited contrast and shading

ink colored

pencil work

This engraving by Dutch artist Hendrik Roosing depicts Frederica Louisa Wilhelmina, Princess of Orange-Nassau. Created between 1785 and 1801, it showcases the princess in an oval frame, wearing a lace-trimmed dress. The image's delicate lines and the inscription below the portrait, which identifies the subject, exemplify the popular style of portraiture during the late 18th century. This piece is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offering art enthusiasts a glimpse into the life of a significant figure from Dutch history.