Jongen van opzij gezien 1820 - 1830

"Jongen van opzij gezien" is a lithograph by Jean Augustin Daiwaille created between 1820 and 1830. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young boy's head in profile, rendered with meticulous detail in graphite on paper. Daiwaille, known for his portraiture, captures the innocence and youthful beauty of the subject with an almost photographic realism. This lithograph exemplifies the artistic trends of the early 19th century, showcasing the emerging popularity of lithography as a medium for creating portraits and capturing the details of human subjects.